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Kyle Filipowski had 19 points and 14 rebounds as No. 8 Duke held off a challenge from Oregon State and pulled out a 54-51 win in the opening game of the Phil Knight Legacy tournament

After a near upset of No. 8 Duke, Oregon State coach Wayne Tinkle is eager to see how his team responds when it takes on Florida in the Phil Knight Legacy tournament Friday in Portland, Ore.

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Kyle Filipowski had 19 points and 14 rebounds as No. 8 Duke held off a challenge from Oregon State and pulled out a 54-51 win in the opening game of the Phil Knight Legacy tournament on Thursday.

Duke has a roster of well-drilled freshmen, so the No. 8 Blue Devils should be in good shape in the talent department.

OSU men are off to a 3-1 start, while the women are 4-0.

Oregon State already equaled last season victory total, and the Beavers first 4-0 start since the 2015-16 season is within reach when they host Portland Stat

Walking through the opening night slate with the betting plays.

Tulsa and Oregon State could use a fresh start.

Coach Wayne Tinkle undertakes an ambitious makeover that emphasizes youth. Nine players on the roster are freshmen.