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Duke earns top overall seed in ESPN's Bracketology for NCAA Tournament

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:30 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Duke earns top overall seed in ESPN's Bracketology for NCAA Tournament

Summary

Duke has been identified as the top overall seed for the 2026 NCAA Tournament in ESPN's latest Bracketology. The Blue Devils finished the previous season with a strong roster, including standout players Caleb Foster and Caydeon Boozer, and bolstered their lineup through transfers and incoming freshmen. Scheduled challenges this season include preseason games against Tennessee and Kansas, as well as key matchups with Michigan State and UConn. If Duke maintains its position as a No. 1 seed, early tournament rounds will take place in Charlotte, with later rounds in New York City.

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By the Numbers

•Duke is projected as the top seed for the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
•Key returning players include Caleb Foster and Caydeon Boozer.
•Duke faces tough early matchups against Tennessee and Kansas.
•Charlotte will host the first two rounds if Duke secures the top seed.
•The 2026 Final Four is set for Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Duke moves to top overall seed in ESPN's Bracketology

What they're saying

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Duke will enter the 2026-27 college basketball season with massive expectations, and ESPN has them as the top overall seed in the latest Bracketology.
— Yahoo Sports

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