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Wake Forest Falls 71-70 Against Duke - Game Recap

Duke got a 28-point performance from R.J. Barrett as they ran past Wake Forest 71-70 on Tuesday at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Bettors who backed Duke were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -24.5.

Duke got 13 points from Tre Jones and another 9 points from Alex O'Connell. R.J. Barrett contributed 4 assists, while Jack White cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

Wake Forest got 21 points from Chaundee Brown in a losing cause and another 19 points from Brandon Childress. Brandon Childress contributed 3 assists for them, while Ikenna Smart had 10 rebounds.

Duke was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Duke won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-36.

Duke looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the North Carolina. Wake Forest will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Florida State.