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Recap - Duke Defeats Clemson 72-71

Duke earned a 72-71 victory over Clemson on Saturday, getting 21 points from Jared McCain at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Bettors who backed Duke were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -7.5.

Tyrese Proctor had 18 points for Duke and Mark Mitchell chipped in with 13 points. Caleb Foster had 2 assists for them, while Mark Mitchell was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.

Clemson got 19 points from PJ Hall in a losing cause and another 13 points from Joseph Girard III. Ian Schieffelin contributed 4 assists for them, while Ian Schieffelin had 11 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Duke were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Clemson had a 39-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Duke takes its act on the road to face Virginia Tech looking for another win. For Clemson, they head home to face Louisville.