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Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje, a former Barcelona player and Team USA alum, chose Duke over North Carolina, saying he would feel he was missing out on the Blue Devils. His comments on a Duke podcast were read as a subtle dig at UNC, while the Tar Heels enter their first season under new coach Michael Malone, setting the stage for two much‑anticipated matchups.
A Duke basketball recruit's public questioning of a UNC choice has ignited fan frustration and renewed debate over one of college sports' fiercest rivalries.
Duke’s new roster blends size and talent, emphasizing a defensive-first approach, communication and ball movement as the team prepares for its season opener against the Army Black Knights.
A new Duke podcast features Caleb Foster, Patrick Ngongba II and Cameron Williams, alongside coach Jon Scheyer, outlining a defensive‑first identity and a roster stacked with 6‑10 talent as the team eyes a top‑10 preseason ranking and a Nov. 2 opener against the Army Black Knights.
Beckham Black, a top‑ranked 2027 point guard, is making waves in the Nike EYBL Peach Jam while attracting offers from Duke, Kentucky and other elite programs
Duke's 2026 recruiting class is ranked No. 1 nationally, but the projected playing time for each newcomer reveals a nuanced approach that blends versatility, athleticism, and depth.
A look at the key players, shooting percentages and strategic factors that have placed Duke at the forefront of next season’s title conversation.
Coach Jon Scheyer's emphasis on length and multi‑position defense shapes a Duke squad that could redefine the role of size in college basketball.
Duke University has released its latest roster, highlighting gains and losses in weight and shifts in listed heights that place the team among the nation’s tallest.
Duke's 2026‑27 roster blends returning starters, strategic transfers and a towering height profile, positioning the Blue Devils as a formidable force in next season's college basketball landscape.
After a professional stint abroad, Javin DeLaurier rejoins Duke in a new capacity, bringing experience and leadership to a young roster chasing a title.
After a professional journey across Europe and the G League, Javin DeLaurier is back at Duke in a new capacity, bringing his experience to the development of the Blue Devils' emerging stars.
Fans and analysts are dissecting how Coach Jon Scheyer will balance backcourt minutes and explore new roles for key players, including the versatile Dame Sarr.
Duke University’s basketball program highlights standout performances from returning star Dame Sarr, smooth big man Joaquim Boumtje‑Boumtje, rising captain Caleb Foster, and powerful forward Drew Scharnowski, while unveiling the fresh faces set to wear the blue and white.
A top basketball prospect from Barcelona has pledged to play for Duke, bringing elite stats and high expectations to the program.
Duke’s latest recruiting push leans on a defensive specialist whose limited basketball pedigree could reshape the Blue Devils’ frontcourt.
Duke's basketball team is counting on a robust frontcourt this season, anchored by freshman forward Drew Scharnowski, whose blend of size, strength and low center of gravity promises to carve out a meaningful role.
Duke's basketball team is set to feature a deep frontcourt this year, highlighted by the arrival of Drew Scharnowski and other promising big men.
The Bruins are targeting multi‑season college stars who can leverage NIL deals worth millions, reshaping the pathway to the NBA.
A 7'1" recruit with guard skills, a 6'8" wing bound for UCLA, and a re‑classified No. 1 prospect illustrate how young talent is redefining the college game and its financial dynamics.
At 17, Duke’s newest freshman Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje joins a growing list of elite international recruits opting for a two‑year college stint before the NBA, while UCLA’s Nikola Kusturica and Texas’ Marcus Spears Jr. follow suit, reshaping the talent pipeline.
The nation's top 2027 recruit has flipped to the 2026 class and pledged to Texas, a move that reshapes the Longhorns’ outlook for the upcoming season and beyond.
UCLA's latest commitment adds a high‑profile international talent, raising questions about chemistry, adaptation and the program's longer‑term vision.
Nikola Kusturica, a 17‑year‑old Serbian forward who dazzled at the FIBA U17 World Cup, has signed with UCLA, joining a growing pipeline of global talent in Westwood.