Epic Showdown Set: Duke and Alabama Clash in High-Stakes Elite Eight Battle – Time, Date, and Everything You Need to Know!
The stage is set for a thrilling Elite Eight matchup as the No. 1 seed Duke Blue Devils prepare to face the No. 2 seed Alabama Crimson Tide. This high-stakes game will determine which team advances to the Final Four in the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
Game Details:
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Matchup: Duke Blue Devils vs. Alabama Crimson Tide
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Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
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Time: 8:49 p.m. ET
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Location: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey
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Broadcast: TBS and truTV
How to Watch:
Fans can watch the game live on TBS and truTV. Streaming options include services like Hulu + Live TV, which offers a free trial period.
Team Overviews:
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Duke Blue Devils:
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Record: 34-3
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Scoring Offense: 83.6 points per game (9th in NCAA)
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Scoring Defense: 62.5 points allowed per game (7th in NCAA)
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Key Player: Freshman Cooper Flagg, averaging 19.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game.
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Alabama Crimson Tide:
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Record: 28-8
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Scoring Offense: 91.4 points per game (1st in NCAA)
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Scoring Defense: 81.2 points allowed per game (356th in NCAA)
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Key Player: Mark Sears, leading with 19.0 points and 5.1 assists per game.
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Recent Performances:
Duke secured their Elite Eight spot with a 100-93 victory over Arizona, highlighted by Cooper Flagg’s 30-point performance. Alabama advanced by defeating BYU, setting a tournament record with 25 made three-pointers.
Historical Context:
This marks the 10th meeting between Duke and Alabama, with Duke leading the series 8-1. Their last encounter was in 2013.
What’s at Stake:
The winner will advance to the Final Four, bringing them one step closer to the national championship. Both teams boast high-powered offenses, setting the stage for a potentially high-scoring and memorable game.
