Duke basketball guard draws first career start versus FSU

Duke basketball hopes to bounce back at home against Florida State.
Duke basketball guard draws first career start versus FSU
Duke basketball guard draws first career start versus FSU /
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The Duke basketball team has played only one game in the past 21 days. And it resulted in a loss on the road to the unranked Wake Forest Demon Deacons.

Now, the No. 17 Blue Devils (10-3, 1-1 ACC) look to get back in the win column when they host the unranked Florida State Seminoles (4-10, 2-1 ACC) at 1 p.m. ET in a New Year's Eve matinee (ESPN2).

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Ahead of the matchup in Cameron Indoor Stadium, the Duke basketball stats broadcast revealed first-year head coach Jon Scheyer's starting five against the Noles:

  • Junior point guard Jeremy Roach
  • Sophomore point guard Jaylen Blakes
  • Freshman small forward Mark Mitchell
  • Freshman power forward Kyle Filipowski
  • Freshman center Dereck Lively II

This marks the first career start for Jaylen Blakes, who usually serves as the defensive sparkplug off the bench.

Next up for the Duke Blue Devils is a trip to nearby Raleigh to take on the unranked NC State Wolfpack at 7 p.m. ET Wednesday. Then they head to Chesnut Hill, Mass., to square off against the unranked Boston College Eagles at 1 p.m. ET next Saturday.

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Matt Giles
MATT GILES

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.