Florida and Duke lead 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge matchup rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge features Florida Gators facing Duke Blue Devils as the top-ranked matchup. Scheduled to take place at the O'Connell Center, it holds anticipation after last year's close encounter ended with Duke winning 67-66. CBS Sports analyst Cameron Salerno noted that Florida returns its full starting frontcourt and expects a strong performance, potentially giving the Gators an edge playing at home. With both teams anticipated to be among the top in their conferences, this game will be crucial as the season unfolds.
- •Florida Gators and Duke Blue Devils ranked top in the ACC/SEC Challenge
- •Match scheduled for December at O'Connell Center in Gainesville
- •Game follows a 67-66 loss by Florida to Duke last season
- •Florida returns its entire starting frontcourt for this season
- •Duke boasts a deep roster with star returners
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — Florida vs Duke atop 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge matchup rankings
"The regular-season college basketball rematch between the Florida Gators and Duke Blue Devils is the top-ranked game in the 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge.
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