DURHAM, N.C. (Interstat) — Duke routed Georgia Tech 93-46 in an Atlantic Coast Conference women’s basketball game Sunday at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils (13-6) led 21-6 after the first quarter and never were threatened, holding the Yellow Jackets (8-11) to just 23 points through three quarters before both teams’ benches saw extensive action. A late surge accounted for most of Georgia Tech’s scoring. Riley Nelson led all scorers with 23 points for Duke. Toby Fournier and Ashlon Jackson each added 16 points. La’Nya Foster scored 11 points to lead Georgia Tech. The announced attendance was 3,200.

DURHAM, N.C. (Interstat) — The Duke women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Sunday afternoon, overwhelming Georgia Tech 93-46 in an Atlantic Coast Conference matchup at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The game was effectively decided in the opening minutes, as the Blue Devils established a dominant tone that never wavered. Duke’s suffocating defense and efficient offense created a first-quarter chasm from which the visiting Yellow Jackets could never recover. The most important part of the contest was this initial blitz, where Duke set the terms of engagement and Georgia Tech had no answer. Duke opened the game on a 19-0 run before Georgia Tech managed its first field goal. The Blue Devils forced five turnovers and blocked two shots in that opening stretch, holding the Yellow Jackets scoreless for nearly the first seven minutes of play. Georgia Tech’s early possessions were plagued by missed shots and turnovers, while Duke capitalized with a balanced attack inside and out. By the end of the first quarter, the Blue Devils led 21-6, having shot 50% from the field while holding Georgia Tech to 2-of-13 shooting. The Blue Devils never relented, extending their lead to 39-14 by halftime. Georgia Tech’s offensive struggles were profound, shooting just 16 of 58 for the game, a 27.6% clip. The Yellow Jackets managed only 14 total points across the second and third quarters combined before a higher-scoring, but inconsequential, fourth quarter against Duke’s reserves. Riley Nelson led all scorers with 23 points for Duke, showcasing her offensive versatility. Toby Fournier added 16 points, three blocks and a game-high 13 rebounds, controlling the paint on both ends. Ashlon Jackson also scored 16 points and dished out seven assists, orchestrating the offense with precision. For Georgia Tech, La’Nya Foster scored 11 points and Catherine Alben added 10. Brianna Turnage contributed eight points and three assists, but the Yellow Jackets were outmatched in every facet. Duke owned a 13-3 advantage in offensive rebounds, leading to a 36-22 edge in points in the paint, and outshot Georgia Tech significantly from the field, 49.2% to 27.6%, and from three-point range, 45.8% to 20.0%. The victory improved Duke’s record to 13-6 overall. The Blue Devils have now won five of their last six games. Georgia Tech fell to 8-11, suffering a defeat that highlighted the gap between the middle and top of the ACC standings. Duke next travels to face Pittsburgh on Jan. 25. Georgia Tech returns home to host North Carolina on Jan. 22. The announced attendance was 3,200.

Preview: Georgia Tech Visits No. -- Duke in ACC Women’s Basketball Clash DURHAM, N.C. (Interstat) — A surging Duke women’s basketball team will look to extend its winning streak when it hosts Georgia Tech in an Atlantic Coast Conference matchup Sunday at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils (12-6, 4-0 ACC) have won seven consecutive games, most recently a 65-58 victory over Virginia on Thursday. Duke’s offense has been powered by sophomore Toby Fournier, who is averaging 19.9 points per game during the streak. She scored 25 points in 34 minutes against the Cavaliers. Georgia Tech (8-10, 2-2) arrives after snapping a two-game skid with a 58-55 home win over Clemson last Sunday. The Yellow Jackets have relied on the all-around play of forward Brianna Turnage, who leads the team in rebounds and assists. Turnage is coming off a dominant 18-rebound, 4-assist performance against Clemson and recorded a triple-double (13 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists) in an overtime win over Notre Dame on Jan. 1. The matchup pits Duke’s high-scoring attack against a Georgia Tech team that has struggled offensively outside of its recent wins. The Blue Devils have averaged 78.3 points per game during their streak, while the Yellow Jackets are 1-6 this season when scoring fewer than 60 points. Duke holds a significant historical edge, winning 21 of the last 23 meetings. Georgia Tech’s last win in Durham came in 2020. For Duke, a victory would solidify its strong start to conference play. For Georgia Tech, pulling an upset on the road would provide a crucial resume-building win as it seeks to climb above .500 in the ACC. Tipoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. EST Sunday. Duke will travel to Pittsburgh next Sunday, while Georgia Tech will host North Carolina next Thursday.