The Chronicle's 2009-2010 ACC Basketball Preview • Nov. 5, 2009

The Chronicle's 2009-2010 ACC Basketball Preview   •   Nov. 5, 2009

Men's Basketball

Zachary Tracer
For the first time since arriving at Duke, Kyle Singler will spend the season playing exclusively where he is most comfortable: the perimeter.
Zachary Tracer
Finding this team’s dynamic starts with understanding its captains: seniors Lance Thomas and Jon Scheyer.
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Gabe Starosta says Duke regressed much less than the rest, while Archith Ramkumar contends that the Blue Devils lack “real size.”
Michael Naclerio
Smith looks to have a breakout season for the Blue Devils, strengthening a backcourt that lacks the depth Duke teams have possessed in recent years.
Addison Corriher
The Duke freshmen bring an impressive combination of size and shooting ability to the floor, and can make an immediate impact with their versatility.
Lawson Kurtz
The team’s glut of players 6-foot-8 and taller gives the Blue Devils a size advantage that head coach Mike Krzyzewski says he has rarely had in his 30-year tenure.

Women's Basketball

Chase Olivieri
Despite the loss of Chante Black and Carrem Gay, two defensive stalwarts, Duke is optimistic about its inside presence this season.
Xavier Watson
Lucas Nevola says younger players will emerge, but Sabreena Merchant thinks there's too much missing.
Chase Olivieri
For sophomores Chelsea Hopkins, Kathleen Scheer and Shay Selby, the 2009-2010 season represents a whole array of opportunities to shine.