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Duke vs. Notre Dame: A Battle of Freshman Talent

In an electrifying matchup, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish faced off against the Duke Blue Devils in front of an enthusiastic crowd. Right from the opening tip-off, both teams showcased their talent, but Duke quickly set the tone for the game.

The Blue Devils surged ahead with an impressive offensive display, employing a well-coordinated man-to-man defense. Sophomore Marcus Burton of Notre Dame, while battling with Duke’s larger players, faced the challenge head-on. The game saw three freshmen from Duke—along with key contributions from other players—demonstrate their exceptional skills early on.