I don’t think it was completely unexpected for the Blue Devils to come out a little flat against Army. Duke has a tendency to have those semi-letdowns after big games, especially against Kentucky. After Dukes dismantling of Kentucky in 2018 the Blue Devils also struggled with Army before pulling away late. After the 2018 game Coach K had this to say: “That whole thing, the hangover of success and travel and then getting ready” for a game, Krzyzewski said. “The only way you do it is to do it. And our guys don’t feel good about themselves right now.
Duke Pulls Away from Army 82-56; Triple Double for Wendell Moore Jr.
