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Joey Hauser challenged Duke basketball forward Jalen Johnson /

Duke basketball Key to Victory No. 3: Stopping Joey Hauser

Whether it was in good fun or a serious tone, since June 11, fans have been clamoring for Jalen Johnson vs. Joey Hauser.

Two Wisconsin products, Johnson challenged Hauser via Twitter prior to the season, insinuating that there is no way the former Marquette standout could stop him.

https://twitter.com/Jalen_J23/status/1271146354933485581?s=20

Hauser is averaging 12.5 points and 12.5 rebounds in his first season on the court in East Lansing, shooting 50.0 percent from the field.

It’ll be a marquee matchup within the game, and whoever wins the battle of the forwards has a great chance of securing the victory.

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