The Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball team is once again hoping to enjoy postseason success in 2024-25 under John Scheyer. Last year the Devils made it to the regional finals where their Final Four hopes were squashed by in-state rival NC State. But Duke is back near the top of the polls again, and this time around bettors can enjoy wagering on Duke and betting on college basketball in North Carolina all year long.
Here’s a full guide to betting on Duke Blue Devils basketball at North Carolina online sportsbooks.
How did the Blue Devils do last year?
The 2022-23 season was the Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball team’s second without the legendary Mike Krzyzewski on the bench. Coach Scheyer led the team to a 27-9 record and an ACC Tournament win in his debut season.
The team enjoyed similar success in 2023-24, and in fact ended the year with an identical 27-9 record. This time they finished second in the ACC regular season standings before being upset early in the ACC Tournament by NC State. They went on to win three NCAA tournament games before meeting the Wolfpack once again in the South Regional final. Alas, NCSU had the winning formula once more, upsetting Duke again to claim a spot in the Final Four.
Demonstrating remarkable balance on the court (and multiple weapons), the Blue Devils had five different players end the season with double-digit scoring averages:
- Kyle Filipowski (16.4 ppg)
- Jared McCain (14.3 ppg)
- Jeremy Roach (14.0 ppg)
- Mark Mitchell (11.6 ppg)
- Tyrese Proctor (10.5 ppg)
Of those players, Filipowski and McCain were both selected in the NBA draft. Meanwhile Roach transferred to Baylor and Mitchell transferred to Missouri, but Proctor returned for his junior season to lead the team at point guard.
Meanwhile, the addition of star freshman Cooper Flagg has caused expectations to rise once again for the Blue Devils as they seek yet another deep postseason run.
Blue Devils betting lines explained
A typical Duke basketball game line at a North Carolina online sportsbook look like this at DraftKings Sportsbook NC, Caesars Sportsbook NC, and other top betting sites:
North Carolina | +3.5 (-110) | +135 | Over 130.5 (-110) |
Duke | -3.5 (-110) | -155 | Under 130.5 (-110) |
First, there’s the spread with the odds on spread bets in brackets. This 3.5-point line means Duke must win by four or more to cover. However, the North Carolina Tar Heels can either win outright or lose by three or less to cover. Both bets pay $100 in winnings for every $110 bet.
Next, there’s the moneyline. Bets on the underdog Tar Heels to win outright pay $135 in winnings for every $100 bet. Bets on the favored Blue Devils to win outright pay $100 in winnings for every $155 bet.
Finally, there’s the total with the odds in brackets. Whether you bet the teams will combine to score 131 or more or 130 or less, you’ll earn $100 for every $110 bet if you get it right.
Duke basketball live betting
With live betting, also called “in-game” betting, North Carolina online sportsbooks let you place bets during Duke games at odds that change with the action. This includes live NCAAB game lines and an increased number of live props.
You can continue to bet on the spread, moneyline, or total as the game plays out, or even place a wager on whether or not the next possession will end with a three-point basket. Live odds make North Carolina online sportsbook apps installed on your mobile device an essential game-watching companion.
Duke basketball futures betting
You can place futures bets on the Duke Blue Devils to win the ACC regular season, reach the Final Four, or win another NCAA title.
Early in the 2024-25 season, Duke basketball odds were on the short side as they were one of the favorites among the nation’s top teams. At DraftKings, for example, here were Duke’s futures odds as the season got underway:
- ACC regular season conference winner: -1200
- To reach the 2025 Final Four: +110
- NCAA Tournament winner: +550
Those odds made Duke the favorite to win the conference by quite a lot, with Clemson at +1300 the nearest team listed. They also gave Duke the shortest odds for both the Final Four and the title, meaning expectations are as high as they can be.
How to bet on the Duke Blue Devils online
You can bet on the Blue Devils by following these simple steps:
- Click on a link to an NC online sportsbook on this page.
- Click the “Register” or “Sign Up” tab on the website, or click the download link and install the mobile app on your phone and register there.
- Enter any personal information required on the sign-up forms, like your name and the final four digits of your Social Security number.
- Enter the promo or bonus code you find on this page to claim the best NC sports betting bonus available.
- Click the “Cashier” tab and deposit funds using any available method, including online banking or PayPal.
- Browse through the Duke betting lines until you find a bet you like. Click on the odds and fill out the instantly created bet slip to place your bet.
Duke players currently in the NBA
Duke has been a pathway to the NBA for many players. Here’s a list of former Duke players currently in the NBA:
- Jayson Tatum – Boston Celtics
- Kyrie Irving – Dallas Mavericks
- Zion Williamson – New Orleans Pelicans
- Brandon Ingram – New Orleans Pelicans
- Paolo Banchero – Orlando Magic
- RJ Barrett – Toronto Raptors
- Seth Curry – Charlotte Hornets
- Grayson Allen – Phoenix Suns
- Gary Trent Jr. – Milwaukee Bucks
- Dereck Lively II – Dallas Mavericks
- Tyus Jones – Phoenix Suns
- Mason Plumlee – Phoenix Suns
- Luke Kennard – Memphis Grizzlies
- Wendell Carter Jr. – Orlando Magic
- Marvin Bagley III – Washington Wizards
- Cam Reddish – Los Angeles Lakers
- Tre Jones – San Antonio Spurs
- Jalen Johnson – Atlanta Hawks
- Mark Williams – Charlotte Hornets
- Wendell Moore Jr. – Detroit Pistons
- Dariq Whitehead – Brooklyn Nets
- DJ Steward – Chicago Bulls
- Kyle Filipowski – Utah Jazz
- Jared McCain – Philadelphia 76ers
Blue Devils coaching staff
Here’s a look at the 2024-25 Duke coaching staff:
- Head Coach: Jon Scheyer
- Associate Head Coach: Chris Carrawell
- Assistant Head Coach: Jai Lucas
- Assistant Coach: Will Avery
- Assistant Coach: Emanuel Dildy
- Special Assistant to the Head Coach: Mike Schrage
- Director of Player Development: Justin Robinson
Where do the Blue Devils play?
- Name: Cameron Indoor Stadium
- Address: 115 Whitford Drive
- Location: Durham, North Carolina
- Owner and Operator: Duke University
- Basketball Capacity: 9,314
- Opened: January 6, 1940
- Last Renovated: 2015-16
- Other sports: Duke Blue Devils women’s basketball (since 1975), women’s volleyball (since 1975)
Top sportsbook and bars for Duke games close to campus
Tobacco Road Sports Cafe
- 280 S. Mangum Street
- Durham, NC 27701
More sports-restaurant than sports bar, Tobacco Road is the place to be for Duke sports fans and Durham foodies.
Devine’s Restaurant & Sports Bar
- 904 West Main Street
- Durham NC 27704
A Durham tradition since 1978, Devine’s is known for its food, drinks, sports, live music, entertainment, and good times.
Catawba Two Kings Sportsbook
- 538 Kings Mountain Blvd.
- Kings Mountain, NC 28086
The closest live casino and retail sportsbook to Duke’s campus is about a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Durham.
Watching Duke basketball in North Carolina?
As a big-time college basketball program, many of Duke’s games air on national networks like ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2. The few that aren’t can be found on the ACC Network or RSN. Duke’s NCAA tournament games air on CBS, TBS, TNT, and TruTV.
Duke basketball all-time leaders
Here are the Duke Blue Devils’ career leaders in some key stat categories:
- Points: JJ Redick, 2,769 (2002-06)
- Rebounds: Shelden Williams, 1,262 (2002-06)
- Assists: Bobby Hurley, 1,076 (1989-93)
- Single Game Points: Danny Ferry, 58 vs. Miami (1988-89)
Blue Devils Basketball FAQ
The average Duke basketball ticket price at the Cameron Indoor Stadium averages close to $100, but you can often find tickets for as low as around $30. Courtside seats for big games versus UNC and other top opponents can sometimes go for more than $1,000.
Duke has won the NCAA tournament five times, all under Mike Krzyzewski.
Duke has retired 13 jersey numbers:
- 10 Dick Groat 1952
- 43 Mike Gminski 1980
- 24 Johnny Dawkins 1986
- 35 Danny Ferry 1989
- 25 Art Heyman 1990
- 32 Christian Laettner 1992
- 11 Bobby Hurley 1993
- 33 Grant Hill 1994
- 44 Jeff Mullins 1994
- 31 Shane Battier 2001
- 22 Jay Williams 2003
Duke’s athletic teams have been known as the Blue Devils since 1922. The name came from the nickname “diables bleus” used for an elite mountain warfare infantry unit in World War I. The team mascot wears an iconic Blue Devil suit at every game.