- The #2 Auburn Tigers visit the #9 Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor on Wednesday night
- Auburn is already 7-0 with three wins over top-15 teams
- See the Auburn vs Duke odds, player props, and predictions for Dec. 4
On a stacked Wednesday night of college basketball, the marquee matchup sees the #2 Auburn Tigers (7-0, away, ATS) visiting the #9 Duke Blue Devils (5-2, home, ATS) at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, NC, at 9:15 pm ET. Auburn already beat the Houston Cougars at the Toyota Center in Houston but this will be their first on-campus road game of the year, and oddsmakers give the Blue Devils a slight on their home court.
Auburn vs Duke Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Tigers | +2.5 (-115) | +125 | O 146.5 (-115) |
| Duke Blue Devils | -2.5 (-105) | -150 | U 146.5 (-105) |
The Auburn vs Duke odds list the Blue Devils as 2.5-point favorites and in Wednesday’s college basketball odds and -150 on the moneyline.
Auburn comes back as a +125 road underdog while the game total is sitting at 146.5. Odds as of Dec. 4 at ESPN Bet. Claim the ESPN Bet promo code to wager on Tuesday’s college basketball games.
This game pits two of the top-five favorites in the Wooden Award odds against each other: Auburn senior Johni Broome (20.7 PPG, 12.9 RPG, 3.3 APG, 1.9 BPG) and Duke freshman Cooper Flagg (15.9 PPG, 8.3 RPG, 4.1 APG, 1.4 SPG, 1.3 BPG).
Auburn is coming off three wins at the Maui Invitational: 83-81 over then-#5 Iowa State (overcoming an 18-point halftime deficit), 85-72 over then-#12 North Carolina, and 90-76 over Memphis in the finale. Broome had at least 21 points and 10 rebounds in all three games, averaging 21.6 PPG and a stunning 15.0 RPG during the tournament.
Duke’s top-rated recruiting class has had an up-and-down start while navigating a fairly difficult schedule. They own five lopsided wins (all by 14 or more points), including on the road at then-#17 Arizona (69-55). But they’ve also dropped neutral-court games to then-#19 Kentucky (77-72 in Atlanta) and #1 Kansas (75-72 in Las Vegas).
Flagg leads the team in points, rebounds, and assists, while fellow freshman guard Kon Knueppel is second in scoring 13.4 PPG followed by junior guard Tyrese Proctor is third at 12.4 PPG. Duke currently has the top-ranked defense in terms of efficiency at KenPom, but sits 22nd on offense. Auburn is first on offense and eighth on defense. Tennessee is the only other team that’s top-ten in both categories.
AUB vs DUKE Player Props
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chad Baker-Mazara (AUB) | 10.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | OFF | OFF |
| Chaney Johnson (AUB) | 9.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 5.5 (Ov -128 | Un -108) | OFF |
| Cooper Flagg (DUK) | 17.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 7.5 (Ov -148 | Un +106) | 3.5 (Ov +120 | Un -166 |
| Johni Broome (AUB) | 20.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 11.5 (Ov -110 | Un -122) | OFF |
| Kon Knueppel (DUK) | 13.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | 4.5 (Ov +110 | Un -156) | 3.5 (Ov +116 | Un -160) |
| Miles Kelly (AUB) | 10.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | OFF | OFF |
| Tyrese Proctor (DUK) | 12.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | OFF | 3.5 (Ov -160 | Un +116) |
Player props from FanDuel on Dec. 4. See SBD’s list of online betting banking methods.
Broome has the highest point total of the night at 20.5 O/U while Flagg isn’t far behind at 17.5 O/U. Broome, who’s been an absolute beast on the glass lately, also leads the rebounding props at 11.5.
Auburn vs Duke Predictions
I have no doubt that Auburn is going to be in the mix for a #1 seed when the 2025 NCAA Tournament rolls around. They’ve already jumped from +2750 to roughly +1300 in the March Madness championship odds since the start of the season. But Duke is a more-talented team with the size and athleticism to defend Broome.
Cameron Indoor also provides, arguably, the best home-court advantage in the entire nation. Duke hasn’t played any top-100 teams at home yet this season, but they’ve also won all four home games by at least 22 points and by an average of 37.3 PPG. This young Duke squad clearly enjoys the comforts of home.
AUB vs DUKE picks: Duke moneyline (-142) at FanDuel – 1.42 units to win 1 unit
Sascha Paruk’s 2024-25 NCAAM betting record: 8-5 (+2.67 units). All wagers one unit unless expressly stated otherwise.
The highly anticipated matchup between the Auburn Tigers and the Duke Blue Devils on December 4th is sure to be a thrilling game for college basketball fans. Both teams have had strong starts to the season and are looking to continue their success in this non-conference showdown.
As of now, the odds for the game are fairly even, with some sportsbooks giving Auburn a slight edge as the favorite. However, with Duke’s talented roster and Coach K’s leadership, the Blue Devils are more than capable of pulling off an upset on the road.
When it comes to player props, there are a few key players to keep an eye on in this game. For Auburn, guard Allen Flanigan has been a standout performer so far this season, averaging over 17 points per game. Look for him to continue his scoring prowess against Duke’s tough defense.
On the other side, Duke’s Paolo Banchero has been a force to be reckoned with in the paint, averaging a double-double in points and rebounds. Expect him to dominate the boards and make an impact on both ends of the floor in this matchup.
In terms of predictions, this game could truly go either way. Both teams have the talent and coaching to come out on top, so it may ultimately come down to which squad executes better on game day. If Auburn can control the pace of play and knock down their shots from beyond the arc, they could secure a victory at home. However, if Duke can establish their inside presence and force turnovers on defense, they have a good chance of stealing a win on the road.
Overall, this Auburn vs Duke game is shaping up to be a must-watch for college basketball fans. With so much talent on both sides and the potential for a close contest, it’s sure to be an exciting matchup that could go down to the wire. Be sure to tune in on December 4th to see which team comes out on top in this highly anticipated showdown.
