
Duke Emerges as Offseason Powerhouse in College Basketball
CBS Sports highlights Duke's deep roster and strategic moves that make them a top contender for the upcoming season.
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CBS Sports highlights Duke's deep roster and strategic moves that make them a top contender for the upcoming season.

Akeem Jones Jr., a 6‑foot‑2, 205‑pound sophomore from Bridgeton, New Jersey, has received a scholarship offer from the Washington Huskies, joining a growing list of Power Four programs courting his talents.

Duke’s upcoming schedule features high‑major opponents such as Georgia, Michigan and Illinois, plus a demanding seven‑game stretch against elite teams. The Blue Devils hope the tough early slate will accelerate the development of young players and complement a roster bolstered by returning stars and new transfers.

The Oklahoma City Thunder's loss to the San Antonio Spurs ends Jared McCain's campaign, while Mason Plumlee looks to capture his first NBA championship and outshine his Duke‑alumni brothers.

A leaked look at EA Sports' College Football 27 ratings reveals a cluster of Miami players rated at 90 or above, led by Malachi Toney's 96 overall.

Duke football is hosting a wave of highly rated recruits this weekend, seeking to reinforce a roster reshaped after a wave of departures and to sustain its 2025 ACC title chase.

After capturing the ACC title, Duke’s program is reshaping its roster. Coach Manny Diaz has turned to the transfer market and a highly touted freshman class — including center Sean Stover, running back CJ Givers and defensive tackle Chadwicke Cannon Jr. — to sustain depth and ambition.

Veteran analyst Jay Bilas lauds Duke’s head coach Jon Scheyer for his success across multiple seasons, and also comments on UNC’s hiring of Michael Malone, Mark Pope’s situation at Kentucky, and the ongoing debate over NCAA Tournament expansion.

During a recent broadcast, analyst Jay Bilas praised Duke head coach Jon Scheyer for his impressive tournament achievements and discussed the new directions at UNC and Kentucky.

Duke's upcoming games against Georgia, Michigan and UConn promise a tough test, while a potential dispute between the Big Ten and Amazon could reshape the schedule.

Duke announces its conference slate for the upcoming season, highlighting a marquee homecoming game against Miami and the impact of former assistant Jai Lucas now leading the Hurricanes.

Duke's ambitious non‑conference schedule features early‑season games at Madison Square Garden, a slate of top opponents, and a focus on preparation for March.

Duke will face Georgia in the 2026 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden, a game seen as a key opportunity to bolster its tournament résumé.

Parker Newman, a highly ranked tight end from Tennessee, has pledged to Duke University, choosing the ACC program over a host of national contenders.

Duke’s blue‑blood program is ranked second nationally as it blends returning stars with a top‑ranked freshman class, aiming for a championship under Coach Jon Scheyer.
The USA TODAY Network’s latest honor roll celebrates ten girls soccer players from Northeast Florida, highlighting their high school dominance, college achievements, and professional breakthroughs as part of a broader salute to the nation’s top 250 sports figures.

Former Duke University star Kat Rader has been named to the United States Under‑23 Women’s National Team training camp in São Paulo, where she will face league‑leading SC Corinthians Paulista in a pair of matches as part of the road to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The Blue Devils’ double championship has been marked with official rings, and a limited run will be handed out to ticket buyers before a June 15 ordering deadline.

The ACC has released its 2026‑27 basketball schedule, highlighting a homecoming clash between Duke and Miami that pits two of the conference’s top programs against each other.

Yvan Kemajou prepares for a breakout season as Penn State enters the Matt Campbell era, with the sophomore defensive end poised to make his mark.

Texas coach Vic Schaefer confronts the realities of the NCAA transfer portal and NIL landscape as he seeks to rebuild after a devastating loss.

UCF announces the renewal of head coach Johnny Dawkins through 2028-29, highlighting a 21-12 season, an at-large NCAA Tournament bid, and his enduring ties to Duke basketball.

Jacksonville State will open its NCAA Tournament run against Virginia, with right‑hander Beau Bryans on the mound. The game, scheduled for 6:06 p.m. CT on Friday, will be streamed live on ESPN+.

The Cavaliers’ upcoming season features a demanding schedule, highlighted by rematches with Duke and Virginia Tech, and a mix of home‑court advantages and road tests across the nation.