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sports17 days ago•2 min saved

Timberwolves Land Duke Guard Isaiah Evans at No. 33 in Randle-Driven Trade

The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired Duke guard Isaiah Evans with the No. 33 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft via a trade with the Brooklyn Nets that also involved Julius Randle, adding a versatile guard who averaged 15.0 points and 3.2 rebounds for Duke and displayed clutch scoring in the NCAA tournament, including 25 points in the Sweet 16 and 32 in the ACC tournament, with scouts noting his off-ball shooting and improving burst as he projects to help Minnesota in its playoff pursuit.

via Bleacher Report|

#duke-blue-devils #isaiah-evans #julius-randle-trade

sports17 days ago•3 min saved

CeCe Boozer Shines as Cameron Goes No. 3 in 2026 NBA Draft

Cameron Boozer was drafted third overall by the Memphis Grizzlies at the 2026 NBA Draft in Brooklyn, with his mom CeCe (Cindy) Boozer looking on proudly as family celebrated. CeCe spoke of faith over fear while Cameron credited his family for supporting his journey—she even drove him to practices to find trainers—amid a night that also highlighted the Duke standout's 2026 season (22.5 ppg, 10.2 rpg, 4.1 apg) and a family lineup that includes ex-husband Carlos Boozer, twin Cayden, older brother Carmani, and girlfriend Yva Lauren Cao.

via New York Post|

#cameron-boozer #cece-boozer #duke-blue-devils

sports19 days ago•14 min saved

Cameron Boozer poised to carve his own NBA path with dad’s unwavering backing

Cameron Boozer, Duke forward and son of former NBA star Carlos Boozer, is projected as a top pick in the 2026 NBA draft after a standout freshman season and is backed by a close-knit family, with dad Carlos praising his work ethic, leadership, and discipline. ESPN’s Jeremy Woo ranks Cameron third on the draft board, and he looks forward to hearing his name called at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, as Andscape’s father–son features spotlight the Boozers alongside other celebrated draft families.

via Andscape|

#basketball-legacy #cameron-boozer #carlos-boozer

college-basketball1 month ago•5 min saved

Katz Unveils Early Power 44 Post-Withdrawal Decisions, Florida and Duke Lead

Andy Katz released his Power 44 preseason rankings after the 2026 NBA Draft withdrawal deadline, with Florida and Duke leading the pack as rosters stabilize through retention and key transfers, while programs like Michigan, Illinois, Tennessee, UConn, and Louisville reload for the 2026-27 season.

via On3|

#college-basketball #draft-withdrawal-deadline #duke-blue-devils

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Mavericks' Flagg secures ROY as spotlight shifts to mystery date

Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg won the Wilt Chamberlain Trophy as NBA Rookie of the Year, averaging 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists through 70 games; at his post‑award press conference a woman seated with his parents drew online buzz amid speculation she could be Arianna Roberson of Duke, though the identity remains unconfirmed.

via Larry Brown Sports|

#arianna-roberson #cooper-flagg #dallas-mavericks

college-basketball2 months ago•14 min saved

Duke and Florida pace the 2026-27 transfer portal reshuffle

Florida’s unprecedented retention could push the Gators toward a preseason No. 1, Illinois kept its Final Four core and added depth, Duke reloaded with a veteran guard and solid frontcourt, and Texas stacked four portal pieces to form a versatile, defensively elite lineup. Kansas State overhauled with nine transfers but lacks a top-tier impact signee, while Wake Forest and Notre Dame suffered losses with limited immediate fixes. The Big East looks stronger overall as Xavier, Providence, Marquette and DePaul upgrade. Overall, the portal season rewards teams that retain key players and pair them with high-impact transfers, even as the top free-agent pool is smaller than last year.

via CBS Sports|

#college-basketball #duke-blue-devils #florida-gators

college-basketball2 months ago•2 min saved

Duke lands Wisconsin guard John Blackwell to fuel 2026-27 backcourt

Duke secured Wisconsin guard John Blackwell, a 19.1 PPG scorer who shot 44.1% from the field and 37.5% from three, adding much-needed scoring as Boozer and Evans are expected to declare for the NBA; Blackwell was targeted by UCLA, Illinois and Louisville before choosing Duke, which also welcomes back Cayden Boozer, Patrick Ngongba, and adds Drew Scharnowski as it aims for a sixth national title under coach Jon Scheyer.

via On3|

#college-basketball #college-basketball-2026-27 #duke-blue-devils

sports2 months ago•5 min saved

Duke lands Wisconsin guard John Blackwell to bolster title contenders

Duke landed Wisconsin guard John Blackwell, a 19.1-point scorer with sharp shooting and veteran savvy, bolstering a roster that blends returning players with a top freshman class and positioning Duke as a national title favorite next season.

via The New York Times|

#college-basketball #duke-blue-devils #john-blackwell

sports-college-basketball2 months ago•2 min saved

Blackwell Cancels Louisville Visit, Eyes Duke After Campus Tour

Wisconsin transfer guard John Blackwell, ranked No. 5 in On3's 2026 Transfer Portal, canceled his Louisville visit after a Monday Duke campus visit, fueling predictions he’ll join the Blue Devils. Duke has already landed Belmont transfer Drew Scharnowski and plans to rely on returning guards Cayden Boozer and Patrick Ngongba II, potentially forming a dangerous backcourt. Blackwell, who has one year of eligibility left, averaged 19.1 points per game last season in Wisconsin and accumulated 105 games with 72 starts in three seasons. The NCAA Transfer Portal window runs April 7–21, with athletes not required to commit by the deadline; On3 notes Duke’s No.1 incoming class and other top prospects in the mix.

via On3|

#college-basketball #duke-blue-devils #john-blackwell

crime2 months ago•3 min saved

Mother's Post Details Last Perfect Day Before Fatal DWI Linked to Coach K's Grandson

A 15-year-old, Jack O'Shea, was killed when a car allegedly driven by Joseph Savarino, 26, grandson of Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski, struck him on an electric bike in Durham, NC. Savarino has been charged with misdemeanor driving while impaired after testing 0.11 BAC; he was released on $100,000 bail. O'Shea's mother posted about his 'last perfect day'—confession, two baseball games, and a bike ride—describing him as 'our perfect, smart, athletic, fearless, and handsome' son, whose death has devastated the family.

via New York Post|

#crime #duke-blue-devils #durham-nc

college-basketball3 months ago•3 min saved

Indiana Targets Duke Guard Darren Harris in Transfer Portal

Indiana University is evaluating Duke guard Darren Harris as a potential transfer-portal addition to boost perimeter shooting and guard depth. Harris, a 2024 top-40 recruit from Paul VI Catholic, played sparingly at Duke with limited 3-point success and has two years of eligibility remaining, making him a potential buy-low fit for the Hoosiers if he can secure a larger role.

via Inside the Hall|

#college-basketball #darren-harris #duke-blue-devils

sports3 months ago•4 min saved

Duke's Offseason Shuffle Kicks Off as Darren Harris Enters Transfer Portal

Duke opened its offseason with Darren Harris entering the transfer portal—the first exit in what could be a busy period for Jon Scheyer's program. Harris, a former four-star recruit who rarely played in two seasons, leaves as Duke weighs significant decisions from other rotation pieces, with Maliq Brown’s eligibility ending and Cameron Boozer likely pursuing the NBA Draft. The transfer portal is open through April 21, and more Duke players could depart or stay as the roster reshaping continues.

via si.com|

#college-basketball #darren-harris #duke-blue-devils

sports3 months ago•7 min saved

Duke's Scheyer-era postseason pattern persists as UConn stuns in Capital One Arena

Duke led by as many as 19 but let the game slip and fell 73-72 to UConn in the Final Four, marking the third straight postseason collapse under coach Jon Scheyer. The loss underscores a familiar pattern despite Scheyer rebuilding the program with a star freshman core and ACC titles, highlighted by Cayden Boozer's late turnover and Braylon Mullins' buzzer-beater three. While the season showcased progress, the questions now center on late-game adjustments and whether Duke should lean more on experience to finally win it all.

via The New York Times|

#duke-blue-devils #jon-scheyer #march-madness

sports3 months ago•4 min saved

Hurley-Ayers moment sparks online chatter after UConn’s Final Four-clinching shot

After Braylon Mullins' game-winning 30-plus foot shot gave UConn a 73-72 win over Duke, Dan Hurley appeared to lean in toward referee Roger Ayers, prompting online speculation about a technical foul. Ayers and ESPN analyst Seth Greenberg said nothing happened; Hurley and Ayers reportedly discussed the moment and maintain mutual respect. The moment became a social-media talking point, but the Huskies still advanced to the Final Four with the win, leaving Duke to regroup after a controversial final possession.

via New York Post|

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sports3 months ago•1 min saved

Duke’s Big NIL Spend for Cam Boozer Falls Short in Elite Eight

Duke reportedly spent at least $10 million in NIL for its 2025-26 roster (including Cam Boozer), but the Blue Devils fell 73-72 to UConn in the Elite Eight; Boozer had 27 points, while On3 notes several programs spent at least $10 million and suggests the next “golden price point” could be $12–$15 million for rosters.

via Bleacher Report|

#cam-boozer #college-basketball #duke-blue-devils