Kon Knueppel and Khaman Maluach both had 14 points to help Duke (26-3, 17-1 Atlantic Coast Conference) maintain a one-game lead over Clemson in the league standings.
Jamir Watkins had 21 points and Jerry Deng added 12 points for Florida State (16-13, 7-11). The Seminoles have lost three straight and four of five.
Duke led 14-11 when Flagg departed. The Blue Devils built a 47-30 halftime lead.
Takeaways
Florida State: The Seminoles have given up more than 90 points twice this season, with both coming in a six-day span after they were drilled by North Carolina on Monday.
Duke: The Blue Devils were without starting guard Tyrese Proctor, who sustained a knee injury Tuesday night at Miami. With Flagg out, they still had enough firepower to extend their lead and remain unbeaten at home this season, aided by a season-high 21 offensive rebounds.
Key moment
Nearly four minutes into the second half, Flagg blocked a shot, resulting in a fast break and Knueppel’s three-point play for a 62-35 lead.
Key stat
Duke had 12 assists on 16 first-half baskets without committing a turnover despite unusual lineup combinations.
Up next
Duke plays its home finale Monday night against Wake Forest. Florida State is at Virginia on Tuesday night.
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