In a highly-anticipated season opener, Cooper Flagg showcased his talent at Duke, scoring 18 points and delivering a highlight-reel dunk as the Blue Devils defeated the Maine Black Bears 96-62. Flagg, the No. 1 recruit and a basketball prodigy, quickly made his mark, leading a well-rounded Duke team that had six players in double figures. Alongside fellow freshman Kon Knueppel, who also contributed significantly, Duke handled their opponent with impressive performance. The game served as a promising start for the Blue Devils as they look to build on this momentum throughout the season.