The Duke Blue Devils (18-8, 9-6 ACC) battle the Syracuse Orange (16-10, 9-6) Saturday. Tip from JMA Wireless Dome is set for 6 p.m. ET (ESPN).'Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Duke vs. Syracuse'odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.
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Duke has yet to play Syracuse this season, and this will be the only matchup between the sides.
The Blue Devils beat Notre Dame 68-64 at home Tuesday, failing to cover as a 12-point home favorite. They are 0-3 against the spread (ATS) over their last 3 games. They are just 2-10 ATS over their last 12 and 9-17 ATS on the season.