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Coach K Talks Paolo Banchero Starting for Duke After Aiding and Abetting DWI Charge

Duke men's basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski told reporters why he started Paolo Banchero against Gardner-Webb on Tuesday after the freshman was charged with aiding and abetting DWI two days earlier.

"Two different situations. Two entirely different situations. Headlines might make it look the same—it's not," Krzyzewski said.

"The decisions we made are in conjunction with our authorities—my seniors. We took action and will continue to take action."

Banchero finished with 10 points and eight rebounds in 26 minutes as Duke beat Gardner-Webb 92-52.

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