The Blue Devils begin the big dance by facing UNC Wilmington, in a 4 vs. 13 seed matchup. The Seahawks reached the tournament as the champions of the Colonial Athletic Association.
Duke finds itself in the West Region, which, at first glance, appears to offer a realistic opportunity for Mike Krzyzewski and his team to make a deep postseason run.
Of all the regions, this one likely gives the Blue Devils the chance to avoid the teams that would have presented some of the most difficult matchups.
If the seeds hold (a huge assumption given the inconsistency of the top teams in college basketball all season), Duke’s path to the Final Four would include games against No.