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The United States defeated Serbia 107‑81 in the final, with Duke‑bound forward Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje delivering 20 points and 15 rebounds. Coach Scott Fitch highlighted the player’s coachability and future prospects.
The American under‑17 side rolled past Australia 114‑65 in Turkey, building a 36‑point lead by the third quarter and setting up a final showdown with Serbia, while star forward Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje prepares for college basketball in Durham.
Duke’s 2026‑27 roster blends veteran talent with a 7‑foot freshman phenom, promising a season that could reshape the program’s future.
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the remainder of the season after doctors confirmed a torn Achilles that required surgery, prompting a reshuffle of the early Top 25 college basketball rankings and highlighting the impact of transfers across the nation.
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the remainder of the season after surgery for a torn Achilles, a blow that drops the Red Storm to No. 17 in the latest CBS Sports Top 25 and prompts a cascade of movement among the nation's elite programs.
The injury to forward Donnie Freeman forces St. John's to tumble in the latest CBS Sports Top 25, while programs such as Florida, Duke, Illinois and UConn hold their spots amid a flurry of portal movement.
As the 2026‑27 college basketball season approaches, Duke and Louisville sit atop the ACC rankings, each showcasing distinct roster‑building strategies that could shape the conference’s narrative.
Virginia aims to close the gap with Duke as Coach Ryan Odom rebuilds the roster, while the Blue Devils bring a loaded recruiting class.
Duke enters the season with a deep returning core and a highly touted recruiting class, while Louisville leans on a transfer‑laden lineup. Both programs aim to translate their early‑season promise into national contention.
Patrick Ngongba opts to remain at Duke for his junior year, chasing a larger contract and a championship role, as teammate Isaiah Evans leaves money on the table after being selected in the second round.
After a breakout sophomore season that saw him average 10.1 points and 5.8 rebounds while becoming a key defensive anchor, Patrick Ngongba has chosen to forgo the 2026 NBA Draft in favor of a junior year at Duke, a move that could yield a higher paycheck and a larger role on the court.
Analysts outline the Blue Devils' expected lineup, highlighting Caleb Foster's defensive anchor, John Blackwell's scoring role, Dame Sarr's two‑way potential, the offensive spark of 17‑year‑old Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, and Patrick Ngongba's return as a key interior presence.
Isaiah Evans, a former Duke Blue Devil, was not selected in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, leaving him to navigate a pivotal decision between the NBA and a potentially larger NIL payout.
With John Blackwell poised for All‑American honors and a challenging ACC slate, Duke’s championship hopes hinge on navigating a competitive landscape.
With a blend of experienced transfers and emerging talent, the Blue Devils are positioned to make a significant impact in the upcoming season.
Duke's deep roster, anchored by top returners and bolstered by experienced coaching, positions the Blue Devils as contenders for a deep March run.
Duke's roster retains key players like Patrick Ngongba, Cayden Boozer and Dame Sarr, while adding high‑profile recruits and benefiting from strong coaching continuity, positioning the Blue Devils among the nation's elite.
Duke's latest recruiting class tops the national rankings for the third straight year, bringing a mix of size, skill, and versatility that could reshape the team's rotation.
A deep defensive unit, a top‑ranked recruiting class and a schedule that pits the Blue Devils against elite competition have analysts forecasting Duke as the No. 1 seed in next year’s tournament.
Duke’s head coach Jon Scheyer confirmed the return of key players, including rising star Dame Sarr, who is expected to play a pivotal role in the 2026‑27 season.
CBS Sports' latest bracketology reshuffles the top seeds, elevating Duke to the overall No. 1 seed. The shift reflects a transformative recruiting class and key transfers, while Florida remains a No. 1 seed in the South Region despite losing its overall top position.
An inside look at how Duke's new defensive frontcourt could reshape college basketball.
Duke's ambitious slate includes games against three recent Final Four teams, featuring Gonzaga, Illinois and Michigan, as the Blue Devils aim to cement their top seeding.
Duke aims for its sixth national championship, led by a balanced roster that mixes returning starters, impact transfers and a No. 1 recruiting class, while facing a schedule stacked with Final Four opponents and a strong ACC.