#11 Virginia vs #1 Duke NCAAB Pick: Marquee ACC Duel (Feb 28)

Published Feb 27, 3:32am ET by

Demilade Adelekun - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Feb 27, 3:32am ET

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  • Duke is coming off a 100-57 blowout win against Notre Dame in their last match.
  • Virginia easily handled NC State on Feb 24, 90-61.
  • The last time Duke and Virginia met, the Blue Devils won 80–62 on February 17, 2025.

Virginia travels to Duke to face the Blue Devils. A Duke win will guarantee them a share of the ACC Regular Season Title.

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DATE & TIME

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026 @ 12:00 PM ET
Duke Blue Devils
Cameron Indoor Stadium
Durham, NC
Virginia Cavaliers
GAME ODDS
BetOnline
Over 137.5 (-110)
Under 137.5 (-110)

Duke's Title Campaign

Duke is 26-2 overall, 14-1 in conference play, and the #1 team in the nation. After their recent victory over Michigan, they have cemented themselves as one of the best teams in the country. They will be a 1 seed in the Big Dance and eying another national championship. For More March Madness Betting Odds and Predictions, see the Full Hub".

Before Duke begins to worry about March, they have ACC hardware to secure. With a win against second-place Virginia, they will clinch a share of the ACC Regular Season Title.

Virginia's Dominate Year

Virginia is 25-3 overall, 13-2 in ACC play, and the 11th team in the country. Under the first-year head coach Ryan Odom, Virginia has exceeded expectations and then some. They are currently slated as a 3 seed for March Madness.

Virginia is on a nine-game win streak, and a win against Duke will allow them to control their destiny for an ACC Regular Season Championship. They have gotten to this point through their elite defensive execution.

#11 Virginia vs #1 Duke NCAAB Pick

Virgina vs Duke will be an intense matchup. Both team are playing their best basketball and hardware is likely on the line. Both sides are the nation's best in defense, and we believe that will be the theme of the game. Duke in marquee matchups, like versus Michigan, Florida, and UNC, went under. We believe this trend will continue. Our pick is Under (137.5).

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Under (137.5)
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