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  • Duke coach Jon Scheyer misses No. 4 Blue Devils’ game at SMU due to illness

    Duke coach Jon Scheyer misses No. 4 Blue Devils’ game at SMU due to illness


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    Duke coach Jon Scheyer did not travel with the No. 4 Blue Devils for their game at SMU on Saturday due to illness. The program revealed Scheyer’s status roughly 15 minutes before tipoff and announced associate head coach Chris Carrawell would serve as acting head coach for the game.

    The game marks the first time Scheyer has missed a game in his three season after taking over as the successor to legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski. He is expected to return for Duke’s Tuesday home game against Pitt. In the meantime, Carrawell made for an obvious candidate to serve as acting head coach as he’s been assistant with the program since 2018.

    Being without Scheyer against the Mustangs was less than ideal as Duke jockeyed for position early in the ACC race. SMU entered at 11-2 (2-0 ACC) with double-digit victories against Virginia and Boston College to begin conference play. 

    The Mustangs entered ranked No. 1 in the ACC in points per game at 87.2 and tops in the conference in shooting at 49.6% under first-year coach Andy Enfield. It was the first meeting between the teams since the 1988 NCAA Tournament. It was Duke’s first trip to SMU since 1977.





    On Saturday, Duke coach Jon Scheyer was forced to miss the No. 4 Blue Devils’ game against SMU due to illness. This unexpected absence left assistant coach Chris Carrawell to take over coaching duties for the team.

    Despite Scheyer’s absence, the Blue Devils put up a strong fight against SMU, ultimately falling short with a final score of 74-68. The team showed resilience and determination, even without their head coach on the sidelines.

    Scheyer’s absence serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of sports and the importance of having a strong support system in place. We wish Coach Scheyer a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing him back on the sidelines soon. #DukeBasketball #JonScheyer #BlueDevils #SMU #GetWellSoon

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  • Why Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer isn’t on sideline for ACC matchup with SMU

    Why Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer isn’t on sideline for ACC matchup with SMU


    Just a few minutes before SMU basketball’s first ACC meeting with No. 4 Duke, the Blue Devils announced a key absence for Saturday’s showdown.

    Duke coach Jon Scheyer didn’t travel with the team to Dallas due to illness. Associate head coach Chris Carrawell took Scheyer’s spot on the bench as acting head coach at Moody Coliseum.

  • Duke coach Jon Scheyer to miss Saturday’s game at SMU due to illness

    Duke coach Jon Scheyer to miss Saturday’s game at SMU due to illness


    Duke head coach Jon Scheyer will miss Saturday’s road game at SMU due to an illness, the program announced. Associate head coach Chris Carrawell will serve as the acting head coach.

    Scheyer, 37, is expected back for Duke’s home game vs. Pittsburgh on Tuesday.

    This is the first game Scheyer has missed since becoming head coach in April 2022 and only the third game he’s missed in over 15 seasons at Duke.

    Scheyer didn’t miss a single game when he played for the Blue Devils from 2006-2010, and in 12 seasons on Duke’s bench, he has missed only two games — both due to appendicitis in February 2020. Prior to Saturday, he played or coached in 543 out of 545 possible games with the program.

    Scheyer has led No. 4 Duke to an 11-2 record so far this season. The Blue Devils are one of three teams — along with Auburn and Marquette — with a top-15 adjusted offensive and defensive efficiency ranking, per KenPom.

    What Scheyer’s absence means for Duke

    For Scheyer — Duke’s de facto iron man, even dating back to his playing days — to miss a game, he has to be seriously unwell. That’s especially so given the context of Saturday’s contest: Duke’s first-ever conference game against SMU, which has the ACC’s highest-scoring offense.

    The most important thing here, obviously, is that Scheyer is OK. In that regard, it sounds like his absence on Saturday is due to a one-off sickness, rather than anything that could linger. For a Duke team with legitimate national championship aspirations, that’s the only news that really matters. Scheyer has built arguably the best team of his three-season tenure — largely behind one of the nation’s best defenses and 18-year-old phenom Cooper Flagg — and the Blue Devils cannot afford to be without him for long.

    On a separate note, it is interesting but perhaps not surprising that Carrawell — who was a Mike Krzyzewski assistant alongside Scheyer — will serve as acting head coach, rather than fellow associate head coach Jai Lucas, who coordinates Duke’s defense. Carrawell is the only coach on Scheyer’s staff who has been around since the Krzyzewski era, and he has a close personal relationship with Scheyer to boot. But Lucas, 36, is considered a rising star in the coaching world and should soon be receiving offers to run his own program. It would’ve been interesting to see Lucas step into that role for one game before he becomes a head coach, but Carrawell’s familiarity with the program and longstanding position make him the natural choice.

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    Unfortunately, Duke fans, it looks like Coach Jon Scheyer will be sitting out Saturday’s game against SMU due to illness. The team announced that Scheyer is under the weather and will not be able to make the trip with the team. Assistant coach Nolan Smith will step in to lead the team in his absence.

    We wish Coach Scheyer a speedy recovery and hope to see him back on the sidelines soon. In the meantime, let’s show our support for the team as they take on SMU without their head coach. Go Blue Devils! #DukeBasketball #JonScheyer #GetWellSoon

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  • After promising start, SMU will learn its true potential in clash with Duke, Cooper Flagg

    After promising start, SMU will learn its true potential in clash with Duke, Cooper Flagg


    There’s no better way to prove that you belong than by going head-to-head with the team that’s ruled your new conference for decades.

    That’s the opportunity SMU’s men’s basketball team (11-2, 2-0 ACC) has in a clash with No. 4 Duke (11-2, 3-0 ACC) on Saturday afternoon at Moody Coliseum.

    Through two months of play, the new-look Mustangs have impressed. In Andy Enfield’s first season with a roster largely composed of transfers, the Mustangs have started a respectable 11-2 and are one of four ACC teams without a loss in conference play.

    The start to the 2024-25 season is SMU’s best through 13 games since 2019-20. It has wins over teams such as Virginia and LSU, and its losses are to Butler, a team with plenty of NCAA tournament history, and Mississippi State, a 12-1 SEC program.

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    But unlike Duke, which has wins over No. 2 Auburn and No. 17 Arizona (and only lost to No. 1 Kansas and No. 19 Kentucky), the Mustangs haven’t had a chance to prove themselves against a ranked opponent (Mississippi State is currently No. 17, but wasn’t yet ranked when it faced SMU), especially one with as strong of a reputation as Duke.

    “We respect them, and we know how good they are,” Enfield said. “They’re a great team, and they’ve been, historically, one of the best programs in the country the last 25-30 years. [Our players] know that.”

    The Blue Devils are led by standout freshman Cooper Flagg, a preseason first-team All-American and the top-rated recruit in the Class of 2024. He’ll be SMU’s biggest challenge, averaging nearly 17 points and more than eight rebounds per game.

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    Duke’s Cooper Flagg (2) reacts after a dunk during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Virginia Tech in Durham, N.C., Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024.(Ben McKeown / AP)

    Duke is elite in many categories, especially defensively, leading the ACC in giving up just 59 points per game.

    While SMU has been an offensive juggernaut, leading the conference with 87.2 points per game, its defense hasn’t quite been up to par, ranking ninth in the ACC.

    “If we can get our defense to the point of our offense, we’re pretty comfortable going up against anybody,” forward Matt Cross said.

    Cross, alongside the Mustangs’ leading scorer Boopie Miller, have been two of Enfield’s most important additions through the transfer portal and have helped lead an offense that’s shooting 40% from 3-point range.

    While Enfield’s group has progressed through its first 13 games, it will learn a lot about itself when facing the best team on its schedule at home Thursday.

    In front of a sell-out crowd with tickets starting at $178 on StubHub as of Thursday afternoon, SMU is poised for a matchup it never got in the American Athletic Conference — and one that’ll remind the athletic program why it wanted to join the ACC.

    With a big test ahead, Enfield is confident the work he did to build his roster through the portal will pay off Saturday.

    “We have guys that have played in many big games in their career and will respect the atmosphere,” he said. “But once that game starts, you have to play for the name on your chest and also the name on your back and not worry about who your opponent is.”

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    After a promising start to the season, the SMU Mustangs will face their toughest test yet as they take on the Duke Blue Devils. This matchup will be a true test of SMU’s potential and will show just how far this team can go.

    Led by star quarterback Cooper Flagg, SMU has shown flashes of brilliance on both sides of the ball. Their offense has been explosive, averaging over 40 points per game, while their defense has been stout, holding opponents to just 20 points per game.

    But facing off against a powerhouse like Duke will truly put SMU to the test. The Blue Devils are a perennial contender in college football and have a history of success. This game will be a measuring stick for SMU to see where they truly stand among the elite teams in the country.

    Fans can expect a thrilling showdown between these two talented teams, and it will be a game that could shape the rest of SMU’s season. Will they rise to the challenge and show that they are a legitimate contender, or will they falter against a tough opponent? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – this game will be one to watch.

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  • Duke basketball vs SMU: Score prediction, scouting report

    Duke basketball vs SMU: Score prediction, scouting report




    Duke basketball is set to face off against SMU in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams have had strong starts to the season, with Duke boasting a talented roster led by star freshman Paolo Banchero and SMU showcasing a high-powered offense.

    In terms of scouting report, Duke has been dominant on the defensive end, holding opponents to just 63.2 points per game. Their length and athleticism have made it difficult for teams to score inside the paint, and their ability to force turnovers has led to easy fast break opportunities.

    On the other hand, SMU has been lighting up the scoreboard, averaging 83.5 points per game. Their balanced scoring attack, led by Kendric Davis and Marcus Weathers, has given opposing defenses fits. SMU’s ability to shoot the three-pointer at a high clip could pose a challenge for Duke’s defense.

    In terms of a score prediction, I believe this will be a close and high-scoring game. Duke’s defense will be tested by SMU’s potent offense, but I think the Blue Devils will ultimately come out on top with a final score of 80-75. Look for Paolo Banchero to have a big game and lead Duke to victory.

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  • Alabama loss to Michigan shows Indiana, SMU deserve apology for Playoff bid criticism

    Alabama loss to Michigan shows Indiana, SMU deserve apology for Playoff bid criticism


    The college football pundit class owes Indiana and SMU an apology.

    The Hoosiers and then the Mustangs saw their names get dragged after their lopsided first-round College Football Playoff losses. By Kirk Herbstreit. By Paul Finebaum. By a trolling Lane Kiffin on X. By many others. All because of the hypothetical image in our heads of the SEC and specifically what Alabama, the first team left out of the Playoff, used to be.

    People didn’t even wait for the first round to finish before burying Indiana. Surely SEC teams would’ve been more competitive. The point spreads! The NFL players!

    Hypothetical Alabama is undefeated. Don’t worry about those pesky bad losses.

    “Indiana was outclassed in that game,” Herbstreit said on “College GameDay” the morning after the Hoosiers’ loss. “It was not a team that should’ve been on that field when you consider other teams that could’ve been there.”

    About that …

    A few hours after SMU’s 38-10 loss at Penn State, Tennessee lost 42-17 to Ohio State to close out the first round. Then, on Tuesday, a nearly full-strength Alabama team lost 19-13 to a Michigan team playing without most of its star players in the ReliaQuest Bowl (and South Carolina followed by losing 21-17 to Illinois in the Citrus Bowl).

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    You know who actually did beat Michigan? Indiana. You know who played a closer game at Ohio State than Tennessee did? Indiana.

    SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings had three turnovers in the first half at Penn State, costing his team. Alabama QB Jalen Milroe had three turnovers in the first quarter against Michigan, costing his team. Turns out, bad days happen.

    Herbstreit’s a smart analyst. He’s immensely respected by coaches, and deservedly so. He’s usually more measured than what we saw him say about Indiana. The guy won’t even make predictions for games he announces.

    Which is why watching people melt down on TV and on social media over Indiana and SMU during the first round of the Playoff was a bizarre spectacle. As if we’d never had CFP blowouts before.

    Yes, the SEC is the most talented and strongest conference. That doesn’t guarantee anything. Anyone who watched Alabama this year knew it wasn’t a typical Alabama team. The ceiling was high, with a win against Georgia and a blowout of LSU. But the floor was also low, with losses to Oklahoma (which finished 6-7) and Vanderbilt (7-6).

    To go to bat so hard for this specific Alabama team and tear down teams like Indiana and SMU, which had their best seasons in at least a generation, felt off-base and honestly quite mean in real time. In hindsight, it was also just plain wrong.

    Would Ole Miss, South Carolina or Miami have played more competitive Playoff games? We don’t know. That’s the point. Critics were so set in their beliefs without remembering this is college football and weird things happen all the time. You have to make selections based on a small set of data.

    Everyone knew from the moment the 12-team Playoff format was announced that the teams at the bottom of the bracket wouldn’t be true national title contenders. We all said a team that gets left out won’t have much of a leg to stand on, especially compared to undefeated Florida State in 2023.

    And yet so many people fell into the trap because the sport is built on debate and because the generational juggernaut that is Alabama was on the bubble, pitted against surprise upstarts in Indiana and SMU.

    The first two CFP games confirmed a narrative. The rest of the games confirmed the opposite. We all yelled at each other for nothing. And now Herbstreit probably needs to stay out of his social media mentions for the next 12 months.

    And by the way, no more citing hypothetical point spreads to make arguments, please. It’s a made-up talking point that fans and even people like Nick Saban use to push an agenda.

    Alabama was a 22.5-point favorite against Vanderbilt, a 14-point favorite against Oklahoma and a 16.5-point favorite against Michigan. It lost all three games. Enough with the nonsense. What’s the point of playing games if Vegas oddsmakers can create a more competitive outcome?

    Alabama lost three games to unranked teams in Kalen DeBoer’s first season. Saban went 123-4 in such games. It’s a new era for the sport, and the old Alabama is gone.

    The committee got the 12 teams right. I said it the day of the selection show. It remains true today. That doesn’t mean Indiana or SMU could’ve won the national title. The 12-team Playoff isn’t just about the national championship. It’s about creating more access. It did that.

    This is a fun sport full of unexpected outcomes. That’s why we love it. The next time you find yourself tearing down someone to defend a team not even ranked in the top 10, maybe take a step back and think about it first.

    If you want to question the value of wins, make sure the next team up, you know, actually wins.

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    In the wake of Alabama’s shocking loss to Michigan in the College Football Playoff semifinals, it has become evident that perhaps the selection committee got it wrong when they controversially chose the Crimson Tide over Indiana and SMU for a spot in the playoffs.

    Both Indiana and SMU were snubbed by the committee despite having impressive seasons and deserving consideration for a playoff bid. Many critics argued that Indiana, with their strong record and quality wins, should have been given the chance to compete for a national championship. Similarly, SMU’s high-powered offense and dominant performances throughout the season made them a legitimate contender for a playoff spot.

    However, Alabama’s loss to Michigan in the semifinals has proven that perhaps the committee made a mistake in overlooking Indiana and SMU. The Hoosiers and the Mustangs both showed throughout the season that they were capable of competing with the best teams in the country, and it’s clear now that they deserved a shot at the playoffs.

    As we reflect on Alabama’s defeat and the missed opportunity for Indiana and SMU, it’s time to acknowledge that perhaps they were unfairly criticized for not being playoff-worthy. The committee should issue an apology to both teams for not giving them the consideration they deserved and for underestimating their potential to compete at the highest level of college football.

    In the end, Alabama’s loss to Michigan has highlighted the need for a more inclusive and fair selection process for the College Football Playoff, one that gives deserving teams like Indiana and SMU a chance to prove themselves on the national stage.

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