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The Duke basketball program, in all likelihood, will not be led by a freshman, which hasn't been how the program has typically operated over the last decade.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 5

Duke, UConn on Tier No Other Program Can Reach

It hasn't been all that long since Dan Hurley's 2-seeded UConn Huskies shattered the hearts of Duke fans everywhere after defeating the 1-seeded Blue Devils 73-72 in the 2026 Elite Eight.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 5

Where Duke's Transfer Portal Class Ranks Nationally

Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer and his staff have tapped into the transfer portal much more than they did previously since the NIL era took over college basketball, and it has paid off big time.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / May 5

The Best Take We’ve Seen On The Duke-Amazon Deal

After the news broke about the Duke-Amazon deal to stream three games, and then the Big Ten’s reaction, we started looking for interesting responses. The smartest, most informed post we saw about it was from North Carolina IP attorney David McKenzie, who is also a Duke grad.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / May 5

Cooper Flagg Discovers Speed

This is a fun story: after winning the NBA Rookie of the Year award, Cooper Flagg hung out at a NASCAR race in Texas. Not only did he drive the pace car, he got taken for a spin around the track by #88, Connor Zilisch.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 5

Why Duke Linebackers Could be Strength of Defense in 2026

2026 will forever be remembered as the year the Duke Blue Devils upset the college football world by winning the ACC Championship as a five-loss team. However, they don't see it that way, despite losing key building blocks this offseason.

Chicago Bulls News / Duke Basketball Report / May 5

YouTube Gold: The Waiter Delivers

Jerry Krause doesn’t get enough credit for what he did with the Chicago Bulls. Not only did he not make the mistake that Houston and Portland made in not taking Michael Jordan (the Bulls took him at #3 in the 1984 draft), he quickly paired him with Scottie Pippen.

Jon Scheyer News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 4

Duke Shoots Back Up in National Recruiting Rankings

It is well known in college basketball circles that Duke head coach Jon Scheyer is one of the best recruiters in the sport. Since he took over at the helm in Durham four years ago, Scheyer and Co.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 3

Get To Know Every Duke Basketball Newcomer

Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer and his staff have built a roster for next season that is prepared to compete for a national title and be one of the most dominant teams in the sport all season long.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / May 3

Twitter Gold: Golden Tempo’s Amazing Kentucky Derby Finish

A couple of days ago, we linked to Secretariat’s stunning Triple Crown victories from 1973. He set a record in the Kentucky Derby which still stands. In fact, he set records for the Preakness and the Belmont Stakes too, and no horse has ever broken any of them.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 3

How Duke’s Two Wide Receiver Transfers Can Make Difference

The Duke Blue Devils enter the summer with plenty of questions on the roster. Losing star quarterback Darian Mensah and No. 1 wide receiver Cooper Barkate as suddenly as they did sent Duke and head coach Manny Diaz into crisis mode , scrambling to land the best available talent in the transfer portal at two critical positions on offense.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / May 3

Duke’s Depth Next Season Is Going To Be Crazy

Jon Scheyer may or may not be done with his roster, but he’s put together a deep and impressive group already. Below is the roster as it would look if the season started Monday.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / May 3

Sunday’s Brotherhood Playoff News & Links

In Saturday’s Brotherhood Playoff Action, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics were eliminated by the Philadelphia 76ers, 109-100. Tatum was listed as questionable earlier, but was ruled out due to stiffness in his left knee.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / May 2

Jon Scheyer Lands Another Portal Guard

As we’ve seen in the last few years, Duke coach Jon Scheyer tends to use the portal strategically. He gets the occasional critical piece, like John Blackwell or (almost) Cedric Coward, but he also looks for the right guys to finish things up.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 2

Duke Adds Depth With Another Portal Addition

Jon Scheyer and his staff still aren't done. The Duke basketball program has had an outstanding offseason thus far, building what is likely Scheyer and Co.'s most championship-ready squad for the 2026-27 season.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 2

Manny Diaz's 3 Biggest Priorities for Duke After NFL Draft

The NFL Draft is now in the rearview mirror for the Duke Blue Devils as they look to move on, into the summer, and rest before an all-important season for the program.

College Basketball News / Ball Exclusives / April 30

Duke Blue Devils land groundbreaking TV deal with Amazon

The Duke Blue Devils have landed a first-of-its-kind deal with Amazon Prime Video in which they will play three marquee games on the streaming service, the school announced on Thursday.

Duke Blue Devils News / The Spun / April 30

Amazon Will Broadcast 3 Major Duke Basketball Games Next Season

The Duke Blue Devils have struck a deal with Amazon that will probably make them a lot of money and definitely make a lot of fans angry. According to ESPN's Jeff Borzello and Pete Thamel, the Duke basketball program have agreed to an exclusive rights partnership with Amazon that will see three massive games broadcast on Prime Video next season.

Duke Blue Devils News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Duke basketball program lands 16-year-old International star

The Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball program continues to load up its roster for the 2026-27 season. On Thursday, Duke received a commitment from 16-year-old Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, who is a 7-foot center from FC Barcelona, as he announced on his Instagram page.

Duke Blue Devils News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Duke's Patrick Ngongba II Reacts After Transfer Portal Decision

Change continues to define the college basketball offseason, especially in an era where roster movement happens quickly and often. For programs like the Duke Blue Devils, the transfer portal has become just as important as recruiting and player development.

Duke Blue Devils News / Hoops Rumors / April 24

Duke's Cameron Boozer makes official NBA Draft decision

Duke star forward Cameron Boozer averaged 22.5 points, 10.2 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.4 steals on shooting splits of .556/.391/.789.

Darryn Peterson sends emotional message in NBA Draft announcement

Tennessee's Nate Ament declares for 2026 NBA Draft

BYU star AJ Dybantsa makes official NBA Draft decision in epic fashion

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff declares for 2026 NBA Draft

The 'ACC Player of the Year since 2000' quiz

Duke Blue Devils News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Duke's Cayden Boozer Reacts to Cam Boozer's Major Career Announcement

The Duke Blue Devils were once again among the most successful teams in college basketball this past season, clinching the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament and making it to the Elite Eight.

Duke Blue Devils News / Hoops Rumors / April 22

Duke's Isaiah Evans declares for 2026 NBA Draft

Duke wing Isaiah Evans has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft.

Tennessee's Nate Ament declares for 2026 NBA Draft

BYU star AJ Dybantsa makes official NBA Draft decision in epic fashion

Potential NBA Draft lottery pick Thomas Haugh returning to Florida

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 21

Duke scores biggest 2026 transfer portal win with John Blackwell news

Duke Blue Devils head coach Jon Scheyer won't be running short on backcourt playmakers next season.

Cayden Boozer returning to Duke for sophomore season

Patrick Ngongba II returning to Duke for junior season

Mark Pope might be under even more pressure with Billy Donovan's decision

Steven Pearl, Auburn land intriguing sharpshooter via transfer portal

Georgia Tech lands All-Mountain West transfer Colby Garland

Duke Blue Devils News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Cam Boozer News Emerges on Monday After First Season at Duke

In what many presume to be his lone year with the Duke Blue Devils, forward Cam Boozer was nothing short of a superstar. The former five-star recruit and son of Duke legend and former NBA star Carlos Boozer was named the National Player of the Year, ACC Player of the Year, earned a first-team All-American nod and also won the Karl Malone award.