DURHAM, N.C. (Interstat) — A pivotal Atlantic Coast Conference women’s basketball clash is set for Thursday when the Duke Blue Devils host the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Duke (19-6, 10-4 ACC) enters on a seven-game winning streak, fresh off a 72-68 victory over rival North Carolina this past Sunday. The Blue Devils’ success has been fueled by guard Taina Mair, who is coming off a stat-stuffing performance of 14 points, seven rebounds and seven assists against the Tar Heels. Over her last six games, Mair has averaged 12.0 points and 6.2 assists, orchestrating a Duke offense that has topped 90 points three times during its streak. North Carolina State (17-8, 8-6) looks to rebound from a 79-67 road loss at Notre Dame. The Wolfpack will lean on forward Khamil Pierre, who recorded a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds in that defeat. Pierre has been a consistent force, averaging 17.0 points and 9.5 rebounds over her last six contests, including three double-doubles. The matchup features a stark contrast in recent momentum. Duke’s defense has been stifling, holding four of its last seven opponents under 60 points. Meanwhile, N.C. State has shown offensive firepower but seeks more consistency, having split its last six conference games. Historically, games between these rivals at Cameron Indoor are tightly contested. With both teams jockeying for seeding in the upcoming ACC and NCAA tournaments, this meeting carries significant weight. Duke currently sits in a stronger conference position, but a win for the visiting Wolfpack would provide a crucial resume boost. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. EST on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026.