Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers vs. Duke Blue Devils – Final Score – March 21, 2025

On March 21, 2025, the Duke Blue Devils, the tournament’s No. 1 seed, showcased their dominance in the NCAA Tournament’s first round by defeating the No. 16 seed Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers 93-49 at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. citeturn0search1

**Duke’s Stellar Performance**

Duke’s offense was led by sophomore guard Tyrese Proctor, who contributed 19 points, including six successful three-pointers. Freshman forward Cooper Flagg, returning from a sprained left ankle, added 14 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in 22 minutes of play. The Blue Devils’ defense was equally impressive, limiting Mount St. Mary’s to a 30.2% field goal shooting rate. citeturn0search1

**Mount St. Mary’s Efforts**

Mount St. Mary’s junior guard Arlandus Keyes led his team with 15 points, all from three-point shots.edy Cordilia  Jnarrowly missed a double-double, recording nine points and eight rebounds. Despite their efforts, the Mountaineers struggled against Duke’s superior athleticism and depth. citeturn0search0

**Game Highlights**

The game began with Duke establishing a commanding lead, scoring 22 of the first 28 points. Mount St. Mary’s briefly reduced the deficit with consecutive three-pointers from Keyes but couldn’t sustain the momentum. Duke’s offense was efficient, with only one turnover in the first half, and they maintained a 26-point lead at halftime. citeturn0search1

In the second half, Duke’s dominance continued. Proctor and Flagg highlighted the period with impressive plays, including a fast-break assist from Flagg to Kon Knueppel. The Blue Devils’ bench also contributed significantly, with Patrick Ngongba II delivering nine points, eight rebounds, and three blocks. citeturn0search2

**Coaching Perspectives**

Duke’s head coach, Jon Scheyer, praised his team’s unselfish play, noting their 21 assists and minimal turnovers. He emphasized the importance of maintaining this level of play as the tournament progresses. citeturn0search2

Mount St. Mary’s coach, Dan Engelstad, acknowledged the challenge of facing a team like Duke but expressed pride in his team’s season, highlighting their resilience and competitive spirit. citeturn0search0

**Looking Ahead**

Duke advances to the Round of 32, where they will face the Baylor Bears, who narrowly defeated Mississippi State 75-72. The matchup promises to be an exciting contest as both teams vie for a spot in the Sweet 16. citeturn0news15

The game underscored Duke’s status as a national championship contender, blending offensive efficiency with defensive tenacity. Mount St. Mary’s, despite the loss, can look back on a season filled with memorable moments and achievements.

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