WASHINGTON — Michigan forced a much-needed defensive stop but could not secure the rebound. Duke got a second chance, Michigan was forced to foul, and that was the difference in Saturday’s game. Top-ranked Michigan fell to Duke 68-63 at Capital One Arena on Saturday night in a heavyweight, regular-season showdown.

The Wolverines are in prime position to win the Big Ten, but Michigan could be looking toward a rematch with Duke.

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The No. 1 Michigan Wolverines take on the No. 3 Duke Blue Devils in a nonconference game in the Duel in the District. Follow live updates.

Michigan's offense was a major struggle in its loss to Duke as the Blue Devils were able to shut down point guard Elliot Cadeau.

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"It'll be an awesome win [if we get it]," said Dusty May. "If we don't, then it'll be a great learning experience for us moving into the next month."