Texas vs. Duke: Top 4 Prop Bets
Texas opens the season under new head coach Sean Miller against a reloading Duke squad led by freshman phenom Cameron Boozer and veteran guard Caleb Foster. The Longhorns look to establish themselves early with guards like Tramon Mark and Jordan Pope, while Duke brings size, depth and championship experience. This game offers several prop angles around usage, tempo, and mismatch opportunities. Here are four standout bets for tonight.
Cameron Boozer Over 13.5 Points
Cameron Boozer enters as a focal point for Duke’s offense, expected to make an immediate impact. With Texas adjusting defensively under Miller and lacking consistent interior size, Boozer should see favorable matchups inside. Expect him to get his touches early, and the over-13.5 points is a strong play given his role and the anticipated tempo.
Tip: Cameron Boozer over 13.5 points
- Boozer focal point Duke offense
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Texas adjusting defense
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Size mismatch favorable
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Tramon Mark Over 4.5 Assists
Mark, an experienced playmaker, will be critical in Texas’ ability to generate offense and break down Duke’s length and athleticism. Duke allowed a higher assist rate among opponents last season, and Texas should lean on ball-movement early. The over-4.5 assists looks like good value for Mark in this opener.
Tip: Tramon Mark over 4.5 assists
- Mark veteran guard
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Texas offensive reliance
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Duke weak help-defense early season
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Duke Team Rebounds Over 38.5
Duke’s front-court mix including Boozer, Patrick Ngongba II and Maliq Brown gives the Blue Devils a clear size and athleticism advantage on the boards. Texas’ roster turnover and new defensive system may translate into rebounding opportunities for Duke. Take the over on 38.5 total rebounds for the Blue Devils.
Tip: Duke team rebounds over 38.5
- Duke size + athleticism
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Texas transitional roster
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High-possession opener
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Texas Team 3-Pt Makes Over 6.5
Texas returns with perimeter shooters and will likely push pace to offset Duke’s size. With adjustments still being made defensively by Duke, the Longhorns may find openings from deep. Betting Texas to make more than 6.5 threes gives a good upside, especially if they attempt between 18-22 three-point shots.
Tip: Texas team 3-PT makes over 6.5
- Texas perimeter depth
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Pace favors more attempts
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Duke perimeter still shaping
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Game Prediction: Texas vs. Duke
Duke enters as the clear favorite — experienced coach, elite freshman talent and a roster built for big-game moments. Texas, in contrast, is navigating a coaching change and roster overhaul, which often results in early season inconsistencies. Expect Duke to dominate inside, control tempo, and generate second-chance opportunities. Texas will try to speed things up and rely on its guards and perimeter shooting, but Duke’s length and athleticism are likely to disrupt rhythm.
Prediction: Duke 80, Texas 65.
The Blue Devils take command early, build a double-digit lead by halftime and hold off Texas’ perimeter runs to cruise to a season-opening win.
