Duke’s Balanced Attack Overpowers Pittsburgh in ACC Road Win

PITTSBURGH (Interstat) — No. 22-2 Duke used a consistent offensive effort and strong defense to defeat Pittsburgh 70-54 in an Atlantic Coast Conference men’s basketball game Tuesday night at Petersen Events Center.

The Blue Devils, who led 35-29 at halftime, maintained a double-digit lead for much of the second half. Cameron Boozer scored 17 points to lead Duke, while Isaiah Evans added 21. The Panthers were led by Roman Siulepa’s 19 points and Barry Dunning’s 17.

Duke shot 54.9% from the field and held Pittsburgh to 38.9% shooting. The Panthers struggled from three-point range, making 9 of 33 attempts. The announced attendance was 10,804. Pittsburgh falls to 9-16.