It took no time at all following the Duke basketball team’s 118-84 opening display of greatness against then-No. 2 Kentucky on Nov. 6 for the hype to be heard around the world of college basketball.
Spectators, including this one, started debating the possibility of an undefeated season. Some wondered aloud whether this team will become the greatest ever at the college level. A few even predicted the squad could beat the worst NBA teams.
And then there’s the through-the-roof hype specifically directed at the play of freshman Zion Williamson. Dominique-like dunks.