Duke And Coppin State Are Tipping Off Their Seasons Today In Durham

Duke was supposed to open up their season against Gardner Webb!

When?

Wednesday night!

But that didn’t happen!

Why?

Because a player for Gardner Webb who tested positive for the Coronavirus that is currently effecting us in the United States and around the world! “according to an article by JD King on dukebasketballreport.com

And Coppin State was supposed to tip off their season on November 25 , 2020 against Marshall and then play Arkansas State the next day!

But that didn’t happen!

Why?

Because they had Coronavirus issues among Tier 1 personnel. “according to coppinstatesports.com

Today though both teams are going to tip off their seasons!

Where?

In Durham North Carolina where a former player who played for Maryland who used to be a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference but left six years ago for the Big Ten is going to be making his return to the triangle opposing Mike Krzyzewski as a head coach instead of a player!

Who is he?

His name is Juan Dixion!

He was One of the most celebrated student-athletes in Maryland history, Dixon remains the all-time leading scorer in program history (2,269 points) after leading the Terrapins to their first national title in 2002 as a senior. He holds six different records in program history, ranging from points, games played, steals and 3-pointers. “according to coppinstatesports.com

The Most Outstanding Player of the 2002 NCAA Final Four and ACC Player of the Year, Dixon earned two All-America selections, three First Team All-ACC selections and two All-ACC Tournament selections throughout his illustrious career. He averaged 16.1 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 2.4 steals in 141 games from 1998-2002.“according to coppinstatesports.com

Tip off is set for 2:00pm from Cameron Indoor Stadium!

The game is going to be televised on ACC Network Extra!