The highly anticipated matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Duke Blue Devils is set in the Elite Eight of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. Duke’s journey included a gripping 100-93 victory over Arizona, while Alabama edged out BYU with a dominant score of 113-88.

Matchup Overview

• Tip-off: Prudential Center, Newark, N.J., set for 8:49 p.m. ET.
• Historical Series: Duke leads with 8 wins to 1 loss, last meeting in 2013-14 where Duke won 74-64.
• Betting Odds: Duke favored by 6.5 points, over/under set at 175 points.

Key Players

Duke

• Cooper Flagg (ACC Player of the Year): Coming off a stellar 30-point game against Arizona.
• Kon Knueppel: Contributed 20 points in the same victory.

Alabama

• Mark Sears: Starred with 10 three-pointers and 34 points against BYU.
• Aden Holloway: Added 23 points in the victory, showcasing strong performances throughout the tournament.

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Conclusion

With both teams displaying exceptional talent, expect an intense game. The picks advise weighing in on the under and team performances based on statistical data and recent matchups. Visit SportsLine for expert insights.