Duke women overpower FAU 78-56 in basketball matchup
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Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Duke women's basketball defeated Florida Atlantic 78-56 in Durham on November 8, 2026. The Blue Devils asserted their dominance, scoring 50 points in the paint while limiting FAU to just 2. Duke won the rebounding battle 47-32, converting 16 offensive boards into 22 second-chance points. Autumn Fleary led the team with 14 points, while Toby Fournier marked her return from injury with 10 points in 19 minutes. The game was scheduled on short notice after Duke's prior matchup was canceled.
- •Duke scored 78 points while holding FAU to 56.
- •The Blue Devils dominated inside, outscoring FAU 50-2 in the paint.
- •Duke committed 20 turnovers, leading to 21 points off those turnovers.
- •Toby Fournier returned with 10 points, 5 rebounds in limited minutes.
- •Duke's game was scheduled just 48 hours before tip-off.
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Duke Swamps FAU By 22
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