Even coming off a critical road test, there's little chance No. 2 Duke will overlook its next opponent. The Blue Devils have Monday night's home assignment against North Carolina State in Durham, N.C. Duke (17-2, 9-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) has won 13 consecutive games, with none tougher than pulling out Saturday's 63-56 victory at Wake Forest. "I think it's just huge that we could get a win and find a way without having our best stuff," Duke coach Jon Scheyer said. NC State (9-10, 2-6) has hit a rough patch, losing four consecutive games. Duke is bound to be anxiously waiting to pounce on the Wolfpack, who might not be facing the Blue Devils at an ideal time.
No. 2 Duke hopes to grow from close call, has NC State next
