Duke defeats Baylor to advance to Sweet 16

Duke defeated Baylor in a decisive victory on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

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The Blue Devils advanced to the program's third consecutive NCAA Tournament Sweet 16.

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The game took place at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, N.C.

Four different Blue Devils reached double figures in scoring.

Duke completely dominated the Bears throughout the contest.

Duke's defensive performance was the key factor in their victory.

The Blue Devils held Baylor to only 30.2% shooting from the field.

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Baylor shot 0% from three-point range on 14 attempts.

Duke contested 70% of Baylor's field goal attempts.

The Blue Devils blocked 10 shots and added 13 steals.

Baylor shot just 6-of-37 on contested looks.

Multiple Duke players contributed offensively in the victory.

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Delaney Thomas scored 17 points for the Blue Devils.

Thomas has scored 15 or more points in three straight games.

This marks the longest streak of her career.

Arianna Roberson had a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.

Four different Blue Devils reached double figures in scoring.

Duke showed statistical advantages across multiple categories.

The Blue Devils dominated in the paint, outscoring Baylor 36-24.

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Duke forced 23 turnovers compared to Baylor's minimal total.

The Bears shot 0% from three-point range, keeping them ineffective.

Duke's defense created consistent scoring opportunities.

Multiple statistical advantages showed Duke's comprehensive superiority.

Despite the victory, concerns remain about Duke's future performance.

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Toby Fournier scored 15 points but was limited to 22 minutes.

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Fournier fouled out of the game due to foul trouble.

This pattern of foul trouble has been recurring for Fournier.

She also fouled out of the ACC championship game and regular-season finale.

The degree of difficulty increases in the Sweet 16.