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Miami vs. Duke: Who Needs to Win ACC Showdown the Most?

Published by on March 1, 2013

There's more than revenge at stake for Duke in Saturday's matchup with Miami. The Blue Devils second contest with Miami could ultimately send the victor soaring to a top seed in the NCAA Tournament. 

Even as Miami raced out to a 13-3 record and a 4-0 start in ACC action, many remained skeptical about the team's staying power and ability to hold up during an arduous conference schedule. That all changed Jan. 23 in Coral Gables.

Miami mashed Duke 90-63, sending shock waves across the national basketball landscape. The Blue Devils, then the top-ranked team in America, didn't stand a chance as the Hurricanes raced out to a 42-19 halftime advantage.

The victory cemented Miami's spot in national rankings and left Duke fans across the country scratching their heads. It was the third-worst defeat for any No. 1 ranked team and Duke's most lopsided regular season ...

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