Matchup Lab
Any two Division I teams, side by side: who the model favors, by how much, and which numbers decide it.
Any two Division I teams, side by side: who the model favors, by how much, and which numbers decide it.
Neutral court · ratings from 592 games through Nov 10
33%
Nebraska
67%
Duke
No sportsbook line exists for this pairing: books only post lines for games on the schedule, and these teams didn't meet in 2026–27. The fair moneyline above comes from the model, not a book.
The biggest statistical gaps between Nebraska and Duke, quoted from their 2026–27 numbers. Opponent-adjusted efficiency and schedule strength stay hidden until both teams have played 8 games; until then they swing too much to mean anything.
Second chances for Duke
Duke grabs 35.4% of its misses (75th percentile); Nebraska secures 64.5% of opponents' misses (22nd percentile).
Edge: Duke
Pace clash: Duke runs, Nebraska slows it down
Duke averages 73.5 possessions per 40 minutes; Nebraska 69.3. Whoever sets the tempo plays its game.
Style matchup
Bars show each team's percentile among all 365 Division I teams; the longer bar is better, including on defense. Bold marks the edge.
| Category | Nebraska | Duke |
|---|---|---|
| Shooting | 76th | 52nd |
| Rebounding | 20th | 59th |
| Ball security | 57th | 45th |
| Size & experience | 95th | 93rd |
Games between them in 2026–27.
Nebraska and Duke did not play each other this season.
No common opponents this season.