On Tuesday, No. 6 Duke University will face No. 19 Kentucky University in a bloody battle in Game 2 of the Champions Classic at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Even though the Blue Devils have won four of the past five games against the Wildcats, the highly anticipated showdown between two of the most successful programs in college basketball remains one of the best games of the 2024-25 season. Could be one.
The Blue Devils opened the 2024-25 season with big wins over Maine State and Army. Duke star forward Cooper Flagg, projected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, reveals why he is the top-ranked recruit in the 2024 recruiting class by 247Sports. Flagg had 13 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals in 25 minutes during the 100-58 win over Army.
For the first time in 15 years, someone other than John Calipari is roaming the Lexington sidelines. That coach is Mark Pope, who left his job at BYU to return to his alma mater to replace Calipari. The Wildcats opened the season with big wins over Wright State University and Bucknell University.
According to FanDuel Sportsbook, Duke is a 6.5-point favorite. Here’s everything you need to know before the match.
How to watch Duke vs. Kentucky live
Date: Tuesday, November 12 | Time: 9:00 PM ET
Location: State Farm Arena — Atlanta
TV: ESPN |Live Stream: fuboTV (Try Free)
Duke vs. Kentucky predictions, picks
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Kentucky has scored at least 100 points in the first two games. Pope brings a fun offensive style to Lexington that emphasizes 3-point shooting. Kentucky has a more experienced lineup, while Duke has a more talented roster. This is a measuring stick for both programs, and some college basketball fans’ first glimpse of the flag. Duke University declares a landslide victory over Kentucky. Pick: Duke -6.5
