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Duke vs. Kentucky: Live Updates, Highlights, and Scores from the Champions Classic
Duke Basketball vs. Kentucky: A Historic Rivalry
The Duke Blue Devils and the Kentucky Wildcats are two of the most storied programs in college basketball history. The two schools have met 117 times, with Kentucky holding a slim 62-55 edge in the series. The rivalry is one of the most intense in all of sports, and the games are always played in front of packed houses.
Duke's Dynasty
Duke has won five national championships, including two under the legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski. The Blue Devils have also produced some of the greatest players in college basketball history, including Kyrie Irving, Zion Williamson, and Jayson Tatum.
Kentucky's Tradition
Kentucky has won eight national championships, more than any other school in college basketball history. The Wildcats have also produced some of the greatest players in the game, including Anthony Davis, John Wall, and DeMarcus Cousins.
The Champions Classic
The Champions Classic is an annual event that features four of the top teams in college basketball. The event was created in 2011, and Duke and Kentucky have played in the event every year. The Blue Devils have won the Champions Classic three times, while the Wildcats have won it twice.
Live Updates from the Champions Classic
The 2023 Champions Classic will be played on November 15th at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. The game will be televised on ESPN at 9:30 p.m. ET.
Here are the live updates from the game:
* 9:30 p.m. ET: The game is underway.
* 9:35 p.m. ET: Duke takes an early lead, 5-2.
* 9:40 p.m. ET: Kentucky ties the game at 7-7.
* 9:45 p.m. ET: Duke goes on a 6-0 run to take a 13-7 lead.
* 9:50 p.m. ET: Kentucky cuts the lead to 13-11.
* 10:00 p.m. ET: Duke leads 20-16 at the end of the first half.