Kyrie Irving shines in standout performance at Duke
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Kyrie Irving's performance at Duke included a remarkable game against Michigan State, where he scored 31 points during the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. Despite a season hampered by injury, resulting in only 11 games played, his skill convinced NBA teams of his potential. Irving was selected as the first overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft and earned Rookie of the Year honors. His career has been marked by talent and some controversies, establishing him as a leading ball handler in basketball history.
- •Irving scored 31 points against Michigan State.
- •He played just 11 games during his freshman season.
- •Irving was drafted first overall in the 2011 NBA Draft.
- •He won the Rookie of the Year award.
- •His time at Duke was marked by both talent and injury.
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"Irving’s time at Duke didn't work out as expected, but it was enough to convince the NBA of his potential.
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