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What Is Duke's Schedule Going To Look Like Going Forward Now That They've Cancelled The Remainder Of Their Nonconference Schedule?

Duke has cancelled the remainder of their nonconference schedule!

Why?

Out of an abundance of caution due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to allow the Blue Devils' student-athletes time over the holidays to spend with their families." “according to an article by Jeff Borzello on espn.com

With Duke cancelling the remainder of their nonconference schedule,

What does that mean for their schedule going forward?

It means that the next time they hit the hardwood they’re going to be playing an Atlantic Coast Conference opponent and that Mike Krzyzewski is going to be opposing one of his former assistants!

Who?

Mike Brey!

When?

Wednesday November 16, 2020!

Mike Brey spent eight seasons on the same sideline as Mike Krzyzewski!

During his tenure as an assistant coach at Duke Mike Brey was apart of a Duke coaching staff that led Duke to six Final Fours and back to back national titles according to an article onund.com/ coach/mike-brey-2/

When?

In 1991 and 1992!

In 1991 Duke beat Kansas by a score of 72-65! “according to an article on goduke.com

How? 

Duke who was fatigued  never faltered as Hurley and Grant Hill teamed up for a spectacular alley-oop dunk in the opening minutes to set the tone and Christian Laettner proved steady with a record-setting 12-for-12 performance from the free throw line.  “according to an article on goduke.com

In 1992 they defeated Michigan by score of 71-51!

How?

Grant Hill made his first start since February when he was inserted for an injured Davis, scoring 18 points and grabbing 10 rebounds as Duke stumbled out of the blocks but hung tough in trailing by just one at the half, 31-30. The Blue Devils turned up the defensive pressure in the second frame, forcing Michigan into 29 percent shooting from the field and just 20 second-half points. according to an article on goduke.com