Duke men's basketball will face Washington State in the Acrisure Series on November 21 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA. This matchup marks the first-ever meeting between the two teams. Head coach Jon Scheyer enters his fifth season with the Blue Devils, aiming to build on a remarkable two-year run that includes back-to-back 35-win seasons and a combined 70-7 record. Duke returns key players from last season's team, which reached the Elite Eight, and adds three transfers along with the top-ranked recruiting class. The upcoming season's non-conference schedule features six opponents that were ranked in the top 20 and at least No. 3 seeds in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Duke's record over the last two seasons is 70-7 (.909).
  • The team achieved a 36-2 mark in ACC play (.947).
State of Play
  • Duke has spent 32 weeks ranked in the AP top five, including six weeks at No. 1.
  • The roster includes stable returning players accounting for 1,131 points, 533 rebounds, and 311 assists last season.
What's Next

The Blue Devils will focus on integrating their new recruits and transfers into a competitive schedule, starting with Michigan State on November 10. Success in non-conference play could enhance their standings heading into ACC matchups.

Bottom Line

Duke's continued success hinges on leveraging experienced talent and fresh recruits while navigating a challenging schedule, positioning them as a dominant force in college basketball once again.