Duke, NC State Who Are Atlantic Coast Conference Opponents Are Opposing Each Other This Evening In Elite 8 In Dallas Texas With Winner Advancing To The Final Four In Glendale Arizona

Duke, NC State who are Atlantic Coast Conference opponents are opposing each other this evening in Elite 8 in Dallas Texas with winner advancing to Final Four in Glendale Arizona.

Duke is the 4 seed in South Region!

NC State is the 11 seed in South Region!

Duke knocked off top seed Houston 54-51 Friday in Sweet 16 to advance to Elite 8 Sunday where they’re going to oppose tobacco road rival NC State with Final Four berth on the line.

As Duke who is the 4 seed in South Region knocked off Houston who was the 1 seed in the South Region 54-51 Friday advancing to Elite 8 Sunday where they’re going to oppose NC State with Final Four berth on the line pair of players scored in double figures in Kyle Filipowski, Jeremy Roach who scored 16 points, 14 points.

As Kyle Filipowski scored 16 points was 6-14 on field goals, 3-5 on 3 pointers to go along with 9 rebounds , 2 assists. Jeremy Roach was 5-14 on field goals, 1-4 on 3 pointers to go along with 3 rebounds, 3 assists.

Following Duke knocking off top seed Houston 54-1 Friday advancing to the Elite 8 with final four berth on the line Jeremy Roach had this to say about Houston guard Jamal Shead who was 1-5 on field goals to go along with 1 rebound, 3 assists, 2 steals before leaving game because of sprained ankle.

“He’s a great player,”“He’s the heart and soul of the team. Obviously it changed a little bit, but our mindset didn’t change at all. We came in to get a win, get to the Elite Eight.”

Following Duke knocking off top seed Houston 54-1 Friday advancing to the Elite 8 with final four berth on the line Duke Head Coach Jon Scheyer had this to say about Tyrese Proctor performed defensively who was 3-8 on field goals, 1-4 on 3 pointers to go along 1 rebound, 4 assists , 3 steals, 9 points.

His defense was off the charts,”“Off the charts.”

According to Stephen Wiseman News & Observer article

https://www.newsobserver.com/sports/college/acc/duke/article287074335.html

NC State is an 11th seed in South Region beat Marquette who was 2 seed in South Region 67-58 Friday advancing to Elite 8 Sunday where they’re going to oppose tobacco road rival Duke with Final Four berth on the line.

As NC State beat Marquette 67-58 Mohamed Diarra was 4-6 on field goals, 0-2 on 3 pointers to go along with 15 rebounds , 1 assists, 11 points . DJ Burns Jr. was 2-4 on field goals to go along with 4 rebounds, 7 assists , 4 points. Michael O’Connell was 3-10 on field goals, 2-4 on 3 pointers to go along 2 rebounds, 2 assists , 8 points. DJ Horne was 6-15 on field goals, 4-7 on 3 pointers to go along 5 rebounds , 1 assists, 19 points. Casey Morsell was 7-12 on field goals, 1-4 on 3 pointers to go along with 15 points . Ben Middlebrooks was 2-2 on field goals to go along with 7 rebounds , 2 assists, 4 points.

According to espn app

Following NC State beating Marquette 67-58 Friday advancing to Elite 8 Sunday where they’re going to oppose tobacco road rival Duke with Final Four berth on the line DJ Horne who was was 6-15 on field goals, 4-7 on 3 pointers to go along 5 rebounds , 1 assists, 19 points had this to say!

Guys are trusting one another, playing for one another. We’re getting better defensively. And it seems like we’re getting stronger as the tournament moves on.”

Following NC State beating Marquette 67-58 Friday advancing to Elite 8 Sunday where they’re going to oppose tobacco road rival Duke with Final Four berth on the lineHead Coach Kevin Keatts had this to say!

“I’m not surprised because I’ve seen it now for eight straight games,”

“Each game takes its own identity, but we do have a refuse-to-lose mentality.

Guys are trusting one another, playing for one another. We’re getting better defensively. And it seems like we’re getting stronger as the tournament moves on.”

According to Chip Alexander News & Observer article https://www.newsobserver.com/sports/college/acc/nc-state/article287064645.html

Duke, NC State have already opposed each other once during postseason as they opposed each other in the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament quarterfinals on Thursday March 14, 2024 in Washington DC where Duke lost to NC State 74-69. As DukeAs Duke sustained 74-69 loss to NC State in quarterfinals of ACC Tournament Mark Mitchell was 8-13 on field goals, 2-2 on 3 pointers to go along with 8 rebounds , 1 assists, 1 steal , 1 block, 18 points. Kyle Filipowski was 13-20 on field goals, 0-1 on 3 pointers to go along with 14 rebounds, 1 assists , 3 steals, 28 points . Tyrese Proctor was 4-16 on field goals, 2-7 on 3 pointers to go along with 7 rebounds , 5 assists, 10 points . Jared McCain who got injured by Jalen Blakes before the game in the warm up line who had receive 3 stitches above his eye brow prior to the game was 2-6 on 3 pointers, 0-3 on 3 pointers to go along 3 rebounds, 4 assists , 8 points. Jeremy Roach was 1-6 on field goals, 1-4 on 3 pointers to go along with 2 rebounds, 4 assists , 5 points. While the players that came off the bench produced no points as Sean Stewart was 0-1 on field goals to go along with 1 rebound. TJ Power was 0-3 on field goals, 3 pointers to go along with 2 rebounds. Ryan Young was 0-0 on field goals, 3 pointers to go along with 0 rebounds , 0 assists, 0 steals.

As a team Duke shot 43.1 field goals 25 % on 3 pointers.

According to espn app

Following Duke not playing their best basketball when postseason arrived when they played in ACC quarterfinal Kyle Filipowski who did produce offensively for Duke who was was 13-20 on field goals, 0-1 on 3 pointers to go along with 14 rebounds, 1 assists , 3 steals, 28 points .

NC State wanted it more than us,”“I think that was kind of the biggest thing. We, this postseason, I mean, just speaking back to Tennessee last year, they wanted it more than us. These teams are so different in the postseason.”

Following Duke not playing their best basketball when postseason arrived when they played in ACC Tournament quarterfinals when they played NC State lost to NC State in ACC quarterfinals 74-69 Mark Mitchell was 8-13 on field goals, 2-2 on 3 pointers to go along with 8 rebounds , 1 assists, 1 steal , 1 block, 18 points had this to say about how Duke tipped off the ACC Tournament quarterfinal against NC State! “You never want to come out like that,”“They came out and punched us in the mouth early, and I think they did that in Raleigh, too, but we just responded. Tonight we couldn’t get it together.”

Duke better get it together because if Duke loses the first game in NCAA Tournament their 2023-2024 season is over and they won’t accomplish their that set every season of hanging banners in rafters of Cameron Indoor Stadium!

Following Duke not playing their best basketball in the ACC quarterfinal when postseason where they lost to NC State 74-69 in ACC quarterfinals Jeremy Roach who was 1-6 on field goals, 1-4 on 3 pointers to go along with 2 rebounds , 4 assists, 5 points had this to say!

We’ve got to come out and like our life depends on it,”

“I mean, I think they just had a better sense of urgency than us and that can’t happen.”

Following Duke not playing their best basketball in the ACC quarterfinal when postseason when they played NC State in ACC quarterfinals Duke Head Coach Jon Scheyer had this to say about the different between the ACC Tournament match up between Duke, NC State and the match up on March 4, 2024 in North Carolina’s state capital!

It’s happened three games in a row,That’s a concern. That’s a big concern. Even the start of the second half was the same way. So as a coach, we have to, I’ll have to figure out how to get that message across better or differently.”

According to Stephen Wiseman News & Observer article https://www.newsobserver.com/sports/college/acc/duke/article286720810.html.

When NC State won 74-69 when they played in semifinals of Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament when they topped Duke 74-69. As NC State topped Duke 74-69 Mohamed Diarra was 5-9 on field goals, 1-4 on 3 pointers to go along with 16 rebounds , 2 assists, 14 points . DJ Burns Jr. was 4-11 on field goals to go along with 3 rebounds, 4 assists , 10 points. Michael O’Connell was 5-7 on field goals , 2-2 on 3 pointers to go along with 2 rebounds , 4 assists , 12 points. Jayden Taylor was 5-11 on field goals , 0-1 on 3 pointers to go along with 6 points. Casey Morsell was 5-11 on field goals , 0-1 on 3 pointers to go along with 1 rebound, 11 points. DJ Horne was 7-13 on field goals, 2-6 on 3 pointers to go along 4 rebounds, 18 points.

According to espn app

Following NC State’s topping Duke 74-69 in Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament NC State guard DJ Horne who was was 7-13 on field goals, 2-6 on 3 pointers to go along 4 rebounds, 18 points had this to say!

I just wanted the ball , It’s winning time

Following NC State’s topping Duke 74-69 in Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament NC State Head Coach Kevin Keatts had this to say!

We talk about our conditioning and how it pays off for us. When you look at those three games that we played honestly we’ve like the more fresh team then anybody.

According to article on espn app

Ahead of Duke, NC State opposing each other in Elite 8 with winner advancing to Final Four in Glendale Arizona NC State guard DJ Horne who like Duke guard Jeremy Roach is a senior had this to say!

“I knew it was a possibility, just with their side of the bracket and everything,”“I honestly thought Houston would be here right now. So the fact that Duke is here just speaks to the toughness of the ACC. It’ll be a great game. I would love to go out and get another win against them and uneven this tie on the season.”

Ahead of Duke, NC State opposing each other in Elite 8 with winner advancing to Final Four in Glendale Arizona Duke senior guard Jeremy Roach had this to say! It’s not going to be like an ACC game or anything like that,It’s a March Madness game and they’re a totally different team from when we played them, even from D.C.”

According to Luke Decock News & Observer article https://www.newsobserver.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/luke-decock/article287232970.html

Tip off is set for 5:05pm from American Airlines Center the home of NBA’s Dallas Mavericks!

The game is going to be televised on CBS with Ian Eagle , Bill Raftery , Grant Hill, Tracy Wolfson commentating!

Grant Hill is a former Duke small guard, forward shooting guard.

Grant Hill played for former Duke Head Coach Mike Krzyzewski in 1990-1991 1991 -1992 1992-1993 1993-1994 where he in 129 games, started 115 games where he was a 2x NCAA Champion , 2x NCAA All-Tourney, NCAA All-Tourney NCAA All Region 1993 -1994 Player Of The Year 3x All ACC 3x All ACC Tourney.

According to sports -reference.com

Then Grant Hill was drafted in the first round of 1994 NBA Draft as third pick, selection by the Detroit Pistons.

Following playing for Detroit Pistons Grant Hill signed with Orlando Magic in August 2000. There Grant hoped to bring his intense play to the Magic, but his efforts were thwarted by an injury to his left ankle, first diagnosed at the end of the 1999-00 season. His first surgery was to repair his medial malleolus on his left ankle in April 2000. He appeared in just four games in his first season (2000-01) with the Magic before ending the season prematurely with an unhealthy ankle. He had his second surgery in January 2001 and vowed to return for the start of his second season with the Magic.After a nine-month rehabilitation process, Grant returned to the court for the 2001-02 season. Grant started the season feeling great, which was clearly reflected in his play. He competed in 14 games, averaging 16.8 points per game (ppg), 8.9 rebounds per game (rpg.), 4.6 assists per game (apt) in 36.6 minutes per game. He led the team with five double-doubles, but in late November, he began to feel the intense pain in his ankle yet again. Testing and x-rays were performed on his ankle and in early December, Grant was placed on the injured reserve list. Shortly after, the Magic announced that Grant would be out for the remainder of the season and underwent a third surgery to remove a bone spur in his ankle.

After undergoing the third surgery, Grant rehabbed during the off-season in an effort to come back for the 2002-03 season. In the first several games of that season, Grant made a remarkable return. However, as the season progressed, his ankle regressed and by mid-January, after consulting with a team of doctors, Grant made his decision to end his season. Although the pain, heartache, and frustration were profound, Grant was more determined and committed than ever to be successful and play at a high level and opted for yet a fourth surgery on his left ankle. Because of the extensive nature of the injury and an ultimate fifth surgery due to a nearly fatal staph infection, Grant spent the entire 2003-04 season rehabilitating his ankle.During his time away from the court, Grant developed a new hunger, a desire to be more than a scorer and the desire to win. The time spent away from basketball enabled him to re-evaluate what was important to him and the best way to make use of his talents to achieve the ultimate goal. Grant used his injury as an opportunity to get better, reflecting on how he can be a better team member, watching his fellow teammates, as well as being a good leader. He used the time to dig deep into himself, analyze his game, his leadership, his role on the Magic, as well as his commitment to winning.

And then it finally happened - the start of a Magic season with a healthy Grant in the lineup. While most professional athletes would have said, "The heck with this," and just retire to a comfortable lifestyle after having five surgeries, Grant was more committed than ever. What Grant accomplished during the 2004-05 season was nothing short of miraculous. Averaging 19.7 points, shooting 50.7 percent, playing 39.4 minutes per game and making the All-Star team on his rebuilt ankle is evidence of just how magnificent a player Grant was prior to the injury. After playing just a total of 47 games the previous three seasons, Grant finally was able to stay healthy in his fourth season with the Magic. But with 10 games left in the season, Grant's ankle beginning to feel the wear and tear of a long season - playing nearly 40 minutes per game - the Magic decided to err on the side of caution and not risk damaging Grant's left ankle. As such, they placed Grant on the injured list. However, despite the early exit, Grant was able to show loyal fans and critics that he could return to a form once thought to be lost after four ankle surgeries.

For his remarkable efforts on and off the court during that season, Grant was named the 2004-05 NBA Sportsmanship Award (Joe Dumars Trophy) for his "sportsmanship, ethical behavior, fair play and integrity."

The 2005-06 season was an unfortunate one for Grant due to many injuries, causing him to become sidelined for most of the first half of the year and only being able to play 21 total games. Although Grant has battled many ankle injuries, this specific injury was diagnosed as a sports hernia due to uneven pressure on Grant's feet while running. He underwent surgery and was considering retiring, but decided to go through extensive rehab yet again and return to the Magic for another season. In the 21 games played, Grant averaged 15.1 ppg, 2.3 apt and 3.8 rpg.

In the 2006-07 season, Grant was a model of health, and for the first time as a member of the Orlando Magic, he played into April and played meaningful games, leading the team to their first playoff appearance since the 2002-03 season.After many enticing offers Grant signed a two-year deal with the Phoenix Suns after the free agency period began.

After many enticing offers Grant signed a two-year deal with the Phoenix Suns after the free agency period began.

Grant wanted to play where he could make a significant impact on the fortunes of the team, and that he did. In his 13th season in the NBA, Grant averaged a highly respectable 31.7 minutes, 5 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 13.1 points per game. Another season highlight for Grant was being honored for the second time in his career as the recipient of the NBA Sportsmanship Award, marking the first time that a player has received the award more than once.

Still one of the most recognizable NBA stars, Grant continued to build upon his legacy by taking his game to another level while staying healthy. Grant has provided tenacious defense and veteran leadership that has benefited a hungry Phoenix team; helping lead them back to the playoffs and the Western Conference Finals during the 2009-10 season. In addition to the team success during the season, Grant was awarded a record third NBA Sportsmanship Award.

Grant continued his role as a team leader in the 2010-11 season, starting and playing in 80 out of 82 games and finished the season averaging 13.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.5 assists. In late April 2011, the Basketball Hall of Fame announced that Grant was elected to serve as one of the 22 members of the Board of Governors, a group responsible for overseeing management of the Hall of Fame. Grant is the first and only active player to ever serve on the Board, where his term will last three years. Additionally, Grant was recognized by the Suns for his exemplary work ethic and leadership qualities by becoming the first two-time recipient of the Dan Majerle Hustle Award. He had previously won in the 2007-08 season.

During the 2011-12 season, The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced that Grant was named the winner of the highly prestigious Mannie Jackson - Basketball's Human Spirit Award.

During the 2011-12 season, The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced that Grant was named the winner of the highly prestigious Mannie Jackson - Basketball's Human Spirit Award. The criteria for award winners includes embracing the core values of the game through hard work, dedication, and resilience; striving to continuously improve the community they serve, and making an ongoing commitment to others. And Oprah Winfrey selected Grant to be featured in her network series Master Class which he discussed what shaped his life and the greatest lessons he learned along the way.

Leaving a legacy

After the end of the 2012-13 season, Grant announced his retirement from the NBA. "I worked hard. I put a lot into it, and I enjoyed every minute of it. But now is the time to move on. I feel great physically. It's important to go out feeling good, particularly considering all the setbacks I had health-wise throughout my career."

A gifted all-around player, Grant finished his career as one of 17 players in NBA history with over 17,000 points, 6,000 rebounds, and 4,000 assists. He played in 1,026 total NBA games (972 starts) and connected on 48.3 percent of his field goals, 31.4 percent from behind the 3-point line, and 76 percent of his free throws over his career.

Grant's overall contributions to the game of basketball continue to be recognized.

According to Grant Hill’s biography on https://www.granthill.com/biography/nba-career