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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.
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.
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.
The Wisconsin Badgers secured a 75-60 victory over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, with Tyler Wahl and Steven Crowl leading the charge for the Badgers. Wahl scored 16 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, while Crowl contributed 19 points and 9 rebounds. The Badgers dominated the rebounding battle and capitalized on their size advantage. Freshman guard John Blackwell continued to impress with his performance, logging 25 minutes and finishing as the team's best plus/minus player. However, Connor Essegian, who had a strong freshman season, has struggled to find playing time this year due to injuries and the emergence of Blackwell.
ESPN analyst Jay Bilas praises University of Wisconsin freshman John Blackwell for his performance against No. 1 ranked Arizona, where Blackwell led the Badgers in points and rebounds. Despite the loss, Bilas commends Blackwell's athleticism, energy, and basketball IQ, highlighting his impressive shooting and ability to make plays. Fellow freshman Nolan Winter also provided key contributions for Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Badgers started their season with a 105-76 win over Arkansas State, setting a Kohl Center record for points scored. Guard Chucky Hepburn showcased improved decision-making and scored 20 points. Newcomers A.J. Storr and John Blackwell had impressive debuts, with Storr scoring 15 points and Blackwell contributing 12 points. The Badgers' offense showed versatility, scoring inside the paint in the first half and hitting three-pointers in the second half. The team's new faces provide much-needed scoring options for the upcoming season.