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Duke`s victory over UNC secures the ACC title and strengthens NCAA Tournament prospects, highlighted by standout performances.

Duke men`s basketball showcased their dominance over North Carolina with an impressive 82-69 victory on March 9, 2025. This win not only completed a season sweep of their fierce rivalry but also crowned Duke as the outright ACC regular season champions, bolstering their chances for a coveted No. 1 seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

Key performances came from Duke`s Knueppel, who netted 17 points, and Flagg, who contributed 15 points, nine rebounds, and four blocks. Maliq Brown made a significant impact by doubling his season total of three-pointers, helping Duke maintain a strong lead throughout the game. On the other side, North Carolina struggled to secure a vital Quad 1 win, with RJ Davis leading the Tar Heels with 15 points. North Carolina now finds itself at a dismal 1-11 in such games, putting pressure on them to perform well in the league tournament for a chance at an at-large bid.

In other notable matchups, No. 7 Alabama stunned No. 1 Auburn with a thrilling 93-91 overtime victory, while No. 19 Kentucky defeated No. 15 Missouri 91-83. Additionally, No. 6 St. John`s edged out No. 20 Marquette 86-84 in another overtime thriller. In conference tournaments, SIU Edwardsville secured its first NCAA Tournament appearance by winning the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament.

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