Duke Looks to Bounce Back Against SIU Edwardsville at Cameron Indoor

DURHAM, N.C. — Duke basketball returns to the friendly confines of Cameron Indoor Stadium on Friday, Nov. 13, to take on SIU Edwardsville. The game is scheduled for an 8 p.m. ET tip and will be broadcast on The CW.

The No. 2 Blue Devils (2-1) are looking to move past their first defeat of the year, a 79-73 setback against Michigan State in the State Farm Champions Classic in Chicago. Duke never held a lead in that contest.

SIU Edwardsville (2-2) arrives in Durham having lost two consecutive games. The Cougars were defeated 96-58 at Missouri on Nov. 9, following a narrow 78-77 loss at Lipscomb on Nov. 7. They opened the season with victories over Eureka College (91-38) and Concordia Chicago (85-61).

The matchup features Duke head coach Jon Scheyer's squad against Brian Barone's Cougars. Live score updates will be available as the game unfolds.

Key Analysis

Duke's loss to Michigan State exposed some vulnerabilities, but the Blue Devils will look to correct course against a SIU Edwardsville team that has struggled defensively in recent outings. The Cougars have allowed 96 and 78 points in their last two games, which could spell trouble against a Duke offense eager to find its rhythm. Conversely, SIU Edwardsville will need a strong defensive effort to stay competitive in one of college basketball's most iconic venues.

Originally reported by fayobserver.