Duke closes 2006 with impressive win
Duke took a long break after their big win against Gonzaga. It had been ten days since they played their last game, but Duke looked as good as ever in their win against San Jose State.
The Blue Devils started off hot getting a big 16 point lead late in the first half. However, San Jose State went on a 15-2 run, and for a period between about 5 minutes left in the first and six minutes into the second they looked like they were going to give the Devils a game. Duke didn't let their lack of offense bother them, as they eventually got their game back and went on a tear, eventually putting San Jose State away. 70-51 was the final score and they Devils continued to improve, and are looking better and better each contest.
Greg Paulus, who had his best performance against Gonzaga, had another solid game. He had 12 points, and continued to play great basketball LEADING the Blue Devils to another victory.
Gerald Henderson got the starting nod, and played very well. He had only 8 point, but had some really good moments, that showed that he is continuing to get better.
DeMarcus Nelson, after a pitiful performance against Gonzaga came back in a big way. He was one of three Blue Devils in double figures with 13 points. He did have 4 turnovers, which is uncharacteristic, but was all over the floor making some big plays.
Jon Scheyer's shot was definitely not on. He went 3-9 from the field, 1-4 from behind the arc, but still managed 8 points.
Pocius, McClure, and Zoubek all played quality minutes and had a handful of buckets.
I noticed for the first time that Lance Thomas was on the bench in street clothes. I haven't heard any indication of injury, but will follow up on this situation.
PLAYER OF THE GAME
Josh McRoberts
McRoberts had a monster of a game in getting a double-double. His stat sheet read 15 points, 17 boards along with 5 assists and 3 blocks. Another solid performance for the big man. He continues to use every single aspect of his game to help this team win. The fact that he isn't averaging 20 a game, won't hurt as much if he continues to put up stats like this.
2006 is over, and this young Blue Devils team has truly made all its fans excited for what is to come. Duke will have one more non-conference game Tuesday against Temple, before starting their ACC schedule. The next, and last non-conference opponent, after Temple, will be Feb. 25th against Saint John's.
*The Blue Devil Blog wants to wish all its readers a very happy and healthy 2007!!!
The Blue Devils started off hot getting a big 16 point lead late in the first half. However, San Jose State went on a 15-2 run, and for a period between about 5 minutes left in the first and six minutes into the second they looked like they were going to give the Devils a game. Duke didn't let their lack of offense bother them, as they eventually got their game back and went on a tear, eventually putting San Jose State away. 70-51 was the final score and they Devils continued to improve, and are looking better and better each contest.
Greg Paulus, who had his best performance against Gonzaga, had another solid game. He had 12 points, and continued to play great basketball LEADING the Blue Devils to another victory.
Gerald Henderson got the starting nod, and played very well. He had only 8 point, but had some really good moments, that showed that he is continuing to get better.
DeMarcus Nelson, after a pitiful performance against Gonzaga came back in a big way. He was one of three Blue Devils in double figures with 13 points. He did have 4 turnovers, which is uncharacteristic, but was all over the floor making some big plays.
Jon Scheyer's shot was definitely not on. He went 3-9 from the field, 1-4 from behind the arc, but still managed 8 points.
Pocius, McClure, and Zoubek all played quality minutes and had a handful of buckets.
I noticed for the first time that Lance Thomas was on the bench in street clothes. I haven't heard any indication of injury, but will follow up on this situation.
PLAYER OF THE GAME
Josh McRoberts
McRoberts had a monster of a game in getting a double-double. His stat sheet read 15 points, 17 boards along with 5 assists and 3 blocks. Another solid performance for the big man. He continues to use every single aspect of his game to help this team win. The fact that he isn't averaging 20 a game, won't hurt as much if he continues to put up stats like this.
2006 is over, and this young Blue Devils team has truly made all its fans excited for what is to come. Duke will have one more non-conference game Tuesday against Temple, before starting their ACC schedule. The next, and last non-conference opponent, after Temple, will be Feb. 25th against Saint John's.
*The Blue Devil Blog wants to wish all its readers a very happy and healthy 2007!!!
posted by Tim at 12:15 PM
2 Comments:
Slim, Lance Thomas sprained his ankle, he is day to day, they didn't want to rush him back considering SJS was 1-11 and they prob wouldnt need him
Thank you Chris. I can't believe I haven't heard anything about this. Hopefully this isn't a lingering injury. We need his aggressive play inside.
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