Duke defeated NC State in a decisive victory on March 2, 2026, with Dame Sarr leading the offensive surge that secured the ACC regular season title for the Blue Devils. The Wolfpack had no answer after about 9 minutes into the game as Duke ran away with the victory.
The Blue Devils' collective performance was outstanding, with individual contributions throughout the lineup. While there are still areas to improve, this solid win demonstrates Duke's strength as they continue their championship season.