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Thu 9:39 PM ET
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Game time: March 27, 2025 at 9:39 PM ET

Venue: Prudential Center — Newark, NJ

Article updated Mar 27, 10:17 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In the upcoming matchup between Arizona and Duke at the Prudential Center, the Wildcats will face the Blue Devils with both teams coming off strong performances in the

Game outlook

In the upcoming matchup between Arizona and Duke at the Prudential Center, the Wildcats will face the Blue Devils with both teams coming off strong performances in the tournament so far. Arizona has secured wins over Akron and Oregon, while Duke has had dominant victories over Mount St. Mary's and Baylor. Despite both teams' successes, Duke remains the betting favorite with a line of -9.5 that has not shifted. Stay tuned for more analysis and updates in this Arizona vs. Duke prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wildcats +410 | Blue Devils -550

Spread: Wildcats +9.5 (-110) | Blue Devils -9.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 154 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Duke will win straight-up is 85%.

Arizona Wildcats

The Arizona Wildcats had a strong comeback victory against Oregon, winning 87-83 led by Caleb Love's 29 points and Tobe Awaka's double-double of 12 points and 14 rebounds. Head Coach Tommy Lloyd is now focused on preparing for the upcoming game against top-ranked Duke. The Wildcats have had a successful season in the Big 12 Conference, with impressive offensive statistics averaging 90 points per game and shooting well from both the floor and 3-point range. Defensively, they are allowing 74 points per game and have a positive scoring margin in the tournament. With no injuries reported, the Wildcats are ranked 18th in offense and #199 in defense this season, with a 36-2 record.

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Duke Blue Devils Analysis

No. 1 Duke has advanced to the Sweet 16 with dominant victories over Mount St. Mary's and Baylor. Guard Tyrese Proctor and Cooper Flagg led the team in scoring, with Flagg returning from injury to contribute significantly. The team is now 33-3 and aiming for a Final Four appearance. Duke excels offensively, averaging 91 points per game and shooting an impressive 57 percent from the field. Defensively, they allow just 57.5 points per game and hold opponents to low shooting percentages. The team's stats and rankings highlight their strong performance on both ends of the court. Key player F Maliq Brown is questionable due to injury. Duke's power ranking is 5, and they are ranked #12 for offense and #6 for defense in the NCAA. Their offensive and defensive statistics further demonstrate their prowess in various areas of the game.

Duke's Dominance and Depth to Lead Them to Victory Against Arizona

The Blue Devils have demonstrated their dominance in the tournament, consistently outscoring opponents by an impressive margin of 33.5 points per game while limiting teams to just 33 percent shooting and 6.5 three-point field goals per game. Against Arizona, their main area of vulnerability appears to be rebounding, as they have only a +3 margin compared to the Wildcats' +36. Despite this discrepancy, Duke has displayed their depth and shooting prowess, enabling them to efficiently utilize their bench players and minimize offensive rebounding opportunities. With their superior defensive capabilities and size advantage, Duke is well-equipped to stifle Arizona's inside game. Expect Duke to maintain their strong shooting performance and defensive prowess, leading to a comfortable victory. Overall, the evidence leans towards Duke as the favorable choice in this matchup.

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SportsJaw Wildcats vs Blue Devils archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Wildcats vs Blue Devils matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Arizona Wildcats+410 → +415Moved
  • Moneyline · Duke Blue Devils-550 → -575Moved
  • Spread · Arizona Wildcats+9.5 (-110) → +9 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Duke Blue Devils-9.5 (-110) → -9 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over154.5 (-110) → 154.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under154.5 (-110) → 154.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Arizona Wildcats
36-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Duke Blue Devils
35-3 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-03-28T02:17:32.595Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Arizona Wildcats had a strong comeback victory against Oregon, winning 87-83 led by Caleb Love's 29 points and Tobe Awaka's double-double of 12 points and 14 rebounds. Head Coach Tommy Lloyd is now focused on preparing for the upcoming game against top-ranked Duke. The Wildcats have had a successful season in the Big 12 Conference, with impressive offensive statistics averaging 90 points per game and shooting well from both the floor and 3-point range. Defensively, they are allowing 74 points per game and have a positive scoring margin in the tournament. With no injuries reported, the Wildcats are ranked 18th in offense and #199 in defense this season, with a 36-2 record.

No. 1 Duke has advanced to the Sweet 16 with dominant victories over Mount St. Mary's and Baylor. Guard Tyrese Proctor and Cooper Flagg led the team in scoring, with Flagg returning from injury to contribute significantly. The team is now 33-3 and aiming for a Final Four appearance. Duke excels offensively, averaging 91 points per game and shooting an impressive 57 percent from the field. Defensively, they allow just 57.5 points per game and hold opponents to low shooting percentages. The team's stats and rankings highlight their strong performance on both ends of the court. Key player F Maliq Brown is questionable due to injury. Duke's power ranking is 5, and they are ranked #12 for offense and #6 for defense in the NCAA. Their offensive and defensive statistics further demonstrate their prowess in various areas of the game.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-11-22Duke Blue Devils 69 · Arizona Wildcats 55
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Duke Blue Devils defeated Arizona Wildcats 100-93

Duke Blue Devils defeated Arizona Wildcats 100-93 on March 27, 2025, a 7-point decision in the series. Duke Blue Devils' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 48-42. Against SportsJaw's recorded Arizona Wildcats +9 (-110) spread, Arizona Wildcats covered, while the 193 combined points finished over the recorded total of 154.5.

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