Ashlon Jackson Dominates with 22 Points to Secure Duke's Win
- Duke women's basketball team improved to 2-0 with a win over Liberty.
- Ashlon Jackson was instrumental, scoring 10 out of her 22 points in the third quarter.
- The Blue Devils are set to face 18th-ranked Maryland in their next game.
On November 7, 2024, Ashlon Jackson played a crucial role in No. 11 Duke's 83-67 victory over Liberty in Lynchburg, Virginia. Duke entered the game with a record of 2-0, having previously defeated Liberty in all six prior matchups by an average of 35.5 points. Jackson scored 10 of her 22 points in the third quarter, where the Blue Devils outscored the Flames 25-13 to extend their lead. In the first quarter, Duke established a strong 29-15 lead, aided by Jackson’s eight points and scoring contributions from Jordan Wood, who added six. Liberty rallied in the second quarter, with Asia Boone scoring 11 of her 15 points, bringing the Flames within two points by halftime with a score of 39-37. The third quarter saw Duke regain control, as Jackson hit a crucial 3-pointer to initiate an 8-0 run, pushing the lead to 64-50 by the end of the period. Duke maintained a steady double-digit lead throughout the game, eventually leading by as much as 20 points in the final period. Reigan Richardson and Toby Fournier contributed 13 points each, while Jordan Wood scored 10 off the bench, ensuring a well-rounded team performance. The victory sets Duke up for a challenging matchup against the 18th-ranked Maryland Terrapins in their next game.