Why Duke vs. Michigan is leaving Madison Square Garden and moving to Miami Marlins' baseball stadium

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Duke and Michigan's marquee December matchup is abandoning Madison Square Garden for loanDepot park, the Miami Marlins' baseball stadium, an unusual pivot that reflects the logistical complexities of scheduling elite college basketball. The two preseason top-five teams faced a conflict with other MSG events and opted for the baseball venue's temporary court setup rather than finding alternative dates or locations. The move highlights how even blue-blood programs must navigate the crowded calendar of major venues and the willingness of premier games to play unconventional venues to maintain high-profile matchups.