The struggling Notre Dame Fighting Irish (7-15) aim to make an impact in their upcoming performance against the ninth-ranked Duke Blue Devils (16-5) on Wednesday, February 7 at 9:00 PM ET at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, North Carolina. The Blue Devils are heavily favored at home, with a current point spread of -16.5 (-110).

The Fighting Irish have lost their last six games and do not look that great coming into this matchup. Their most recent defeat was a 70-60 performance against the Pittsburgh Panthers.

Marcus Burton is averaging 16.0 points and 4.0 assists per game for the Fighting Irish and will need a huge performance here. He is currently shooting 41.7 percent from the field and 80.5 percent from the foul line.

The Fighting Irish average 61.9 points per game with a 40.1 percent success rate in field goals, emphasizing small ball movement. They generate 9.6 assists per game but struggle to create significant scoring opportunities.

On the defensive end, they restrict opponents to an average of 65.5 points per game, highlighting a strong defense. However, this may not translate into success if they struggle to score. With 36.5 rebounds, 2.6 blocks, and 6.0 steals per game, their defensive efforts could influence the game's outcome.

The Blue Devils just had their three-game win streak snapped when they faced the third-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels. This resulted in a 93-84 defeat, despite Jared McCain playing well with 23 points.

Kyle Filipowski significantly contributes to their success, averaging 17.7 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. Additionally, he maintains a 50.6 percent field goal and a 65.5 percent free throw shooting, which may need some enhancement.

The Blue Devils maintain a steady scoring average of 81.1 points, showcasing a remarkable 48.8 percent shooting accuracy. Their ball movement, averaging 15.6 assists per game, surpasses that of the Fighting Irish, potentially impacting their offensive performance.

On the defensive end, they restrict opponents to an average of 68.4 points, an impressive feat given their potent offense. With an average of 35.8 rebounds, 3.9 blocks, and 6.6 steals per game, their robust defensive capabilities are evident.

Bookmaker offers the ACC showdown betting odds, showing Duke Blue Devils as favorites with a 16.5-point advantage. Market insights indicate a 97.4 percent likelihood of the Blue Devils winning on their home court.

The Blue Devils, assuming they come out strong offensively, should not have a lot to worry about. However, they will face a hungry Fighting Irish looking to make something out of their struggling season.