Duke's Scheyer Leads Powerhouse Squad

0:00In Durham today, March 1st, John Sheaer still remembers his toughest moment as Duke's head coach. It happened in his first season back in early January 2023 at NC State. The Blue Devils got off to a horrible start, trailing 22-4 early on. They missed most shots, had turnovers, and lost 84-60. That game tested Shire right after taking over from Michael Jelski. Duke bows back that year despite early struggles, like losses to Purdue and NC State. They finished 3rd in the ACC with a 14-6 record, won the conference tournament, and ended 27-9 overall. Shire learned to build on strengths and fix weaknesses from those low points. Fast forward to now, and Shire's fourth season looks like his best yet. The number one ranked Blue Devils dominated number 11 Virginia 77-51 on Saturday. They clinched the top ACC tournament seed and can secure a second straight regular season title with a win at NC State on Monday. The team shares the ball on offense

1:01and plays tough defense led by freshman Cameron Booser and others like Caleb Foster in the Booser twins. Rivals praised their balance and grit. Duke has won 37 of their last 39 ACC games, including 18 straight at home. Shire says his players have worked hard and grown together. That early blowout feels distant now, but has shaped the coach leading this powerhouse squad. Quick thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more.