Duke dominates Belmont in season opener, winning by 40 points
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Duke Blue Devils secured a decisive 40-point victory over Belmont Bruins on October 8, 2026, at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Duke showcased strong performances from players despite some issues with turnovers, finishing the game with notable contributions from JoJo Boumtje Boumtje and Dame Sarr. The team held Belmont to 34.48 percent shooting overall, limiting their inside game and forcing reliance on three-point attempts. Coach Jon Scheyer mentioned the lineup may change as key injured players are expected to return soon.
- •Duke's final score against Belmont was 88-48.
- •Boumtje Boumtje led Duke with 19 points and 7 rebounds.
- •Duke currently deals with injuries to Caleb Foster and Drew Scharnowski.
- •Duke had 16 assists but also 16 turnovers in the game.
- •Belmont was limited to 23.3 percent shooting from three-point range.
- 4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Duke Rolls Over Belmont By 40
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