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"I am most proud of the relationships that I've made, fostered and kept," [Dave] Odom said. "My best friends in the world are my coaching friends, and I've got them everywhere, And the athletes I've coached, the relationships that I've gotten, and I have kept with my athletes. I'll tell you I am so fortunate to have that.

"When the wins and losses are counted, championship trophies and plaques are on the wall, the only thing that remains are the relationships and the memories that you have in search of those wins and championships. That's the thing that remains. That's the thing that lasts. And I've got more than enough for a lifetime."

It will be interesting to see if Duke can pull the taller Wake players away from the basket and make them guard on the perimeter. I think that's where the game will be decided.

If Wake takes away the 3-point shooting of Duke and Duke's ability to drive the ball effectively from its four perimeter spots, it's in the Deacons' favor.