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NCAA Basketball: What does the top 25 look like before Christmas?

By Doug Winkey

Dec 13, 2016; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) gets congratulations from head coach Jay Wright and guard Jalen Brunson (1) after leaving the game late in the second half against the Temple Owls at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Temple, 78-57. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2016; Villanova, PA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) gets congratulations from head coach Jay Wright and guard Jalen Brunson (1) after leaving the game late in the second half against the Temple Owls at The Pavilion. Villanova defeated Temple, 78-57. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 19, 2016; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils fans watch as Duke Blue Devils guard Grayson Allen (3) shoots a free throw in the first half of their game against the Tennessee State Tigers at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 19, 2016; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils fans watch as Duke Blue Devils guard Grayson Allen (3) shoots a free throw in the first half of their game against the Tennessee State Tigers at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Duke Blue Devils

Previous Ranking: 2

Record: 11-1

Duke survived a stiff challenge from Tennessee State Monday night, but the Blue Devils are still unblemished since their early loss to Kansas. Elon is their last remaining test before opening conference play at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg.

Luke Kennard was the savior against TSU. He scored 24 points and hit several shots at key moments to thwart the Tigers’ runs. Amile Jefferson also looks tremendous this year, averaging a double-double at 14.3 points and 11.1 rebounds. Duke is finally getting healthy, which is scary for the rest of the country.

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