There’s a lot of interest in the Duke-Virginia Tech rematch and understandably so. Duke lost in Blacksburg and wasn’t impressive. The Blue Devils lacked Zion Williamson of course but the Hokies also lacked point guard Justin Robinson.
So a lot of people, particularly after the UCF escape, are assuming Duke will not play well vs. Virginia Tech again. And the DC area is a relatively short trip from Blacksburg too. So things are coming up roses for the Hokies right? Optimism all around?
Well it could be. But let’s consider a few things you might want to factor in.