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Matt Giles

Matt Giles

Joined: May 27, 2022

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of Duke Blue Devils on SI, North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining SI in 2022, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

Duke basketball forward Cooper Flagg
Basketball

Duke Basketball Rookie Throws Down 'Dunk of the Year' Poster

Duke basketball freshman sensation Cooper Flagg made the Panthers think twice about contesting him at the rim.

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Duke basketball recruiting target Brandon McCoy Jr.
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Prime Duke Basketball Target Drops From Top Spot in Rankings

All three 2026 Duke basketball offer holders remain inside the top 10.

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Duke basketball forward Cooper Flagg
Basketball

Cooper Flagg Joins Four Former Duke Basketball Stars on Exclusive List

Sweeping the ACC weekly awards multiple times is a rare feat seemingly reserved for Duke basketball rookies.

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Duke basketball
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Duke Basketball Team Draws Closer to New Season-Best Ranking

Jon Scheyer's third Duke basketball squad has now ranked in the top five for five consecutive weeks.

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Duke basketball
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Positive Sign for Duke Basketball Ahead of Pitt Game

The Duke basketball team, including its coaching staff, appears to be back at full strength.

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Former Duke basketball guard Johnny Dawkins
Basketball

Duke Basketball Legend Feels 51-Point Loss to Kansas

Duke basketball great Johnny Dawkins saw his UCF program suffer a blowout defeat at home after pulling off the massive upset last year.

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Duke basketball forward Cooper Flagg
Basketball

Duke Basketball Campaigns for More Cooper Flagg ACC Hardware

The projected No. 1 overall draft pick has been as close to flawless as anyone could ever expect from a Duke basketball freshman.

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Duke basketball recruiting signee Nikolas Khamenia
Basketball

Duke Basketball Signee Defeats Future Tar Heel En Route to MVP

A few months after committing to the Duke basketball program, Nikolas Khamenia appears on the hunt for a bump in his ranking.

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Duke basketball versus SMU
Basketball

No Disservices: Streaking Duke Basketball Squad Likes to Share

Following the lead of its freshman phenom and junior guard, Duke basketball is thriving all over the floor.

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Duke basketball forward Chris Carrawell
Basketball

Former ACC POY Works as Duke Basketball Acting Head Coach

Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer is out of commission for the first time in his career.

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Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer versus UNC
Basketball

Major UNC Target Says Duke Basketball Now Involved

The highest-ranked North Carolina prep in the 2026 cycle is hearing from Duke basketball recruiters.

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Duke basketball recruiting prospect Christian Collins
Basketball

New Five-Star Name to Know on Duke Basketball Recruiting Trail

Duke basketball could end up with offers on the table to a pair of teammates in California.

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