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A look at the iconic shots that have become part of Duke basketball lore, highlighting the players, games and the sheer drama of each final‑second heroics.
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A look at the iconic shots that have become part of Duke basketball lore, highlighting the players, games and the sheer drama of each final‑second heroics.

Duke University’s men’s basketball program is synonymous with resilience, having engineered some of the most astonishing comebacks in NCAA history. This article revisits five of those iconic turnarounds, highlighting the players, coaches, and moments that defined them.

Doc Rivers was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026, celebrating his legacy as a former Boston Celtics coach who led the team to the 2008 NBA championship. He shared personal reflections on his coaching career, including his time coaching his son Austin with the Los Angeles Clippers, emphasizing the importance of coaching with love and dedication. Rivers’ speech highlighted his deep connection with former Celtics teammates Ray Allen, Kevin Garnett, and Paul Pierce, who were also present at the ceremony.

In an 18‑minute speech at Springfield’s Symphony Hall, Doc Rivers was enshrined in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, marking the culmination of a 27‑year coaching journey that began in Boston and spanned five teams.
The 2026 Hall of Fame ceremony in Springfield, Massachusetts, will honor Doc Rivers alongside eight other inductees and a team, highlighting his coaching legacy, family ties to the sport, and the broader contributions that have shaped basketball worldwide.

Kentucky's coaching staff is making decisive moves during the last evaluation window of the year, offering scholarships to elite 2029 guards RJ Evans and JJ Crawford, while Evans' family background and skill set position him as a coveted recruit.

From a overlooked freshman at Duke to a championship hero and now a Charlotte Hornet, Grayson Allen’s story reflects a remarkable rise in college and professional basketball.
Nasir Core’s 29‑point half ignites the BIG3 season, showcasing his FAMU roots, social media fame and upcoming battles with NBA veterans.

Austin Rivers reflects on a forgotten kid who dazzled at a Deron Williams camp, eventually forging a Hall of Fame career that redefined ball‑handling.