Henderson and defense have Duke back on track

 
Gerald Henderson Jr. and in-your-face defense have Duke back on track after last week's two losses, Jeff Goodman says. [link]

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Henderson, defense have Duke back on track
Gerald Henderson Jr. and Duke's in-your-face defense have the team back on track after two losses last week, Jeff Goodman says.