THE OPENING TIP - Making its 21st appearance in the Elite Eight, second-seeded Duke battles top-seeded Kansas Sunday with a Midwest Regional title and a spot in the Final Four on the line.
- Duke is 111-36 (.756) in the NCAA Tournament, which is No. 1 all-time in winning percentage and No. 3 in wins.
- The Blue Devils (21) and Jayhawks (22) are fourth and third, respectively, in most Elite Eight appearances.
- Head coach Mike Krzyzewski has led Duke to the Elite Eight for the 15th time, the most of any active coach.
