How many Final Fours does Duke have? Here's the full list of Blue Devils appearances in the national semifinals of the men's NCAA Tournament:
The Duke Blue Devils have made a remarkable run to the Final Four this season, captivating fans and analysts alike with their exceptional talent. Key players such as Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, and Tyrese Proctor have significantly contributed to this success.
Duke is heading to the Final Four for the first time under coach Jon Scheyer after beating Alabama 85-65 in the Elite Eight on Saturday. The No. 1 seed Blue Devils put the clamps on the No. 2 seed Crimson Tide's prolific offense while earning their 15th consecutive victory.
Duke’s stream of long, tall NBA-ready standouts smothered Alabama and papered over Cooper Flagg’s rough shooting night to lift the Blue Devils to the program's 18th Final Four with an 85-65 victory Saturday night in the NCAA Tournament's East Region final.
The Duke Blue Devils showcased an exceptional performance in the Sweet 16, securing a spot in the Elite Eight with a resounding victory over the Arizona Wildcats. Cooper Flagg emerged as the star of the match, contributing significantly with a total of 30 points, alongside seven assists, six rebounds, and three blocks.
With today's win, this marks the first Final Four berth under head coach Jon Scheyer, and Duke looks poised to contend for yet another national title.
Florida and Duke opened as the betting favorites to reach the national title game, but both Florida vs. Auburn and Duke vs. Houston are expected to be close.
Duke will advance to the 2025 Final Four after they beat Alabama in the Elite 8 of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
Here's a look at the best player on each team, along with another who might make an impact in San Antonio once the games start Saturday.