Duke’s 2028 Recruiting Surge Highlights Elite Prospects
Duke is actively pursuing five‑star guard Brady Pettigrew and several other high‑ranked high school athletes, while already securing commitments from 2027 prospects.
Jun 19, 2026
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Duke Basketball Extends Hand to Five‑Star Guard Brady Pettigrew and a Host of 2028 Elite Prospects
Duke has reached out to top‑ranked combo guard Brady Pettigrew, while also scouting other high‑profile 2028 candidates, though no official offers have been extended yet.
Jun 19, 2026
2027 Basketball Recruiting Rankings: Spears Jr. Leads as Black Emerges
247Sports' latest 2027 basketball recruiting rankings highlight a fierce battle for the No. 1 spot between Marcus Spears Jr. and Beckham Black, amid reclassifications and a promising talent pool.
Jun 18, 2026
247Sports Revises 2027 Basketball Rankings, Spotlighting Emerging Talents
The latest 247Sports rankings reveal dramatic movement across the 2027 basketball class, with Darius Wabbington, CJ Rosser and others emerging as key storylines.
Jun 18, 2026
SportsCenter NEXT spotlights rising basketball stars Kaleena Smith and Beckham Black
ESPN’s SportsCenter NEXT campaign features top‑ranked point guard Kaleena Smith and No. 2 prospect Beckham Black, highlighting their stats, backgrounds and a new merchandise line available through ESPN’s online store.
Jun 16, 2026
Calipari’s 2026 Class Sets Arkansas Up for Future Success
Coach John Calipari has landed a five‑star point guard and assembled a loaded 2026 roster, while eyeing elite prospects for the next cycle.
Jun 14, 2026
Duke Basketball Targets 2028 Center Yann Kamagate While Securing 2027 Guard and Forward
Duke is already mapping its next recruiting class, courting 7‑foot center Yann Kamagate from Burkina Faso and extending offers to five‑star guard Beckham Black and four‑star forward Kager Knueppel, brothers of current NBA players.
Jun 13, 2026
Auburn Basketball Secures Commitment Interest from 2027 Forward Frashad Tisby
Four‑star prospect Frashad Tisby, a 6‑6 wing from Augusta, Georgia, praised Auburn’s playmaking approach during a campus visit, underscoring a potential addition that could reshape the team’s future.
Jun 13, 2026
Duke Basketball Eyes 2028 Elite Center as Recruiting Surge Continues
Duke is already mapping its next recruiting class, targeting a 7‑foot center from Burkina Faso and extending offers to two high‑ranked 2027 prospects while preparing for a star‑laden 2026 cohort.
Jun 13, 2026
Kentucky’s Coaching Staff Scouts Future Stars at NBPA Top 100 Camp
Kentucky’s staff attended the NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill, South Carolina, to assess the nation’s most coveted 2027‑2029 prospects, with former Wildcat Rajon Rondo joining the evaluation process.
Jun 11, 2026
Duke Locks in Third Straight Top Recruiting Class as Boumtje Boumtje Eyes Global Spotlight
Duke’s latest recruiting haul secures the nation’s top class for the third consecutive year, featuring three five‑star prospects and a Canadian standout who could delay his arrival while vying for a spot on the U.S. U17 team that will contest the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Istanbul.
Jun 10, 2026
Duke Secures Top Recruiting Class for Third Straight Year
Duke's basketball program continues its recruiting dominance, landing a class that includes multiple five‑star players and a Canadian standout who may defer enrollment for international competition.
Jun 10, 2026
Kentucky Coaches Scout Future Stars at NBPA Top 100 Camp in South Carolina
Kentucky Wildcats assistants and former NBA champion Rajon Rondo are evaluating top high school talent at the NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill, South Carolina, where scholarship‑bound prospects showcase their skills.
Jun 10, 2026
Kentucky Coaches Scout Future Stars at NBPA Top 100 Camp
Kentucky coaches evaluate top high school talent at the NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill, South Carolina, with NBA champion Rajon Rondo serving as a guest mentor.
Jun 10, 2026
USA Basketball Unveils 36‑Player Pool for FIBA U17 World Cup 2026
With a deep talent pool and a storied unbeaten streak, the United States prepares to defend its U17 crown in Istanbul this summer.
Jun 10, 2026
USA Basketball U17 Camp Gears Up for Istanbul World Cup
The 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U17 National Team training camp in Colorado Springs brings together top high school seniors, six of whom already hold Kentucky offers, as the squad prepares for the FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup in Istanbul this summer.
Jun 10, 2026
Kentucky’s 2027 Basketball Hunt: Five Five‑Star Prospects on the Radar
A look at the top recruits Kentucky is courting, the challenges it faces, and the potential impact on the Wildcats’ future.
May 28, 2026
Top 2027 Point Guard Beckham Black Eyes UNC Commitment
Beckham Black, the nation's top-ranked point guard in the class of 2027, is drawing intense interest from UNC Basketball. Analyst David Sisk recently observed the Memphis prospect and discussed his recruitment outlook.
May 27, 2026
Duke’s 2027 Recruiting Focus: Beckham Black and Kager Knueppel
Duke is zeroing in on two highly touted prospects for the 2027 class, navigating family connections and competing offers while awaiting official visits.
May 26, 2026
Longhorns Offer Scholarship to Tai Bell, Brother of Quarterback Dia Bell
Texas Longhorns basketball coach Sean Miller continues to build a strong 2027 recruiting class, extending an offer to Tai Bell, a top-ranked point guard and brother of current quarterback Dia Bell.
May 21, 2026
Duke Courts 4‑Star Prospect Kager Knueppel Amid Family Legacy
Duke’s recruiting chase of Wisconsin‑born Kager Knueppel highlights a family connection and a cautious approach to commitment
May 21, 2026
Beckham Black’s Rise: The 2027 Recruiting Duel That Could Reshape College Basketball
Beckham Black, the younger brother of Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black, is the No. 1 point guard in the 2027 class and a prize coveted by Duke, North Carolina and a host of other power programs
May 20, 2026
Duke’s Latest Offer Highlights Kager Knueppel’s Rise
Top basketball prospect Kager Knueppel, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from Wisconsin Lutheran High School, has received a scholarship offer from Duke University, joining a competitive field of suitors as he prepares to make his college decision.
May 20, 2026
Duke’s Pursuit of Top Guard Beckham Black Intensifies
Duke and North Carolina are vying for the nation's No. 3 overall prospect, Beckham Black, as the Blue Devils add his name to a growing list of suitors.
May 19, 2026