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Two-way guards are at a premium in the modern NBA. Both teams in the NBA Finals, the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers, trot out wave after wave of hard-nosed defenders that can handle the ball on the perimeter.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / June 10

Brotherhood Draft Watch: Teams That Are Focusing On Proctor And James

There are some intriguing opportunities for both depending on who drafts them As you’ve surely noticed, Duke’s Big Three - Cooper Flagg, Khaman Maluach and Kon Knueppel - have dominated when people talk about the Blue Devils in the draft.

Golden State Warriors Reportedly Interested In Former Duke Star

Sion James played five seasons of college basketball for Tulane and Duke. He finished this past season (at Duke) with averages 8.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.9 assists per contest while shooting 51.6% from the field and 41.3% from the three-point range in 39 games (32 starts).

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / June 3

Brotherhood Draft Watch: Sion James Update

He’s emerged as a desirable role player available in the second round Although he only played for Duke for one season, Sion James made a big impression on Duke fans.

What to do at Pick 52: Sion James could check a lot of boxes for the Suns if he figures it out

He might not have all of the physical deliverables, but he plays with an edge. And I miss edge. All right, I made it. I’ve crossed that arbitrary-yet-crucial deadline where NBA Draft hopefuls decide if they’re in or out, and naturally, I’d already gotten ahead of myself.

Raptors Said to Have Interviewed Duke Guard Projected to Go in Second Round

Sion James won’t be the flashiest name in the draft, but his defensive edge, maturity, and evolving offensive game make him an intriguing fit for the Toronto Raptors.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / May 15

Duke Basketball Grad Sion James Looks Like Literal Draft Steal

If Sion James comes off the board at the 2025 NBA Draft in Brooklyn's Barclays Center on June 25-26, chances are it'll happen in the second half of the second round and mark either the fourth or fifth Duke basketball name to get selected this year, depending on where three-year Blue Devil treasure Tyrese Proctor lands.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / May 15

Sion James 2025 NBA Draft Profile

Sion James was a relatively unknown player in the transfer portal last year. However, he found his way to Durham and was a huge impact player for Jon Scheyer and company all year.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 27

From Duke Starter to NBA Draft Sleeper: Sion James

Duke’s 2024-25 campaign under head coach Jon Scheyer ended a possession shy of a national title appearance, but the program still reaffirmed its standing as a perennial powerhouse.

Best Fits For Sion James In The 2025 NBA Draft

After transferring from Tulane to Duke, six-foot-five guard Sion James played a significant part in Duke’s success this past season. As a player, James has a versatile skill set on both ends of the floor.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 29

Duke defense vs. Alabama offense for spot in Final Four: How do they measure up?

Either Duke reaches its first Final Four of the post-Mike Krzyzewski era, or Alabama makes its second Final Four in a row.

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Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / March 11

Most Overlooked Duke Basketball Snub in ACC Accolades

From bringing the ball up the court for the bulk of Duke basketball possessions when in the game to posting next-level efficiency as a full-throttle playmaker, bucket-finder, and defender, graduate guard Sion James is one of three perfect Blue Devil finds from last year's portal.

Duke Blue Devils News / ACC Digital Network / February 25

Watch: Duke With 4 Big 1st Half Swats

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / February 17

Relentless Duke Basketball Floor General Admits 'A Lot to Clean Up'

Entering the Duke basketball road battle against the Virginia Cavaliers (13-12, 6-8 ACC) at 8 p.m. ET Monday (ESPN), Sion James has been a primary floor general and full-time starter for the No.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / February 11

Late-Season Report Card: Duke Basketball Guard Sion James

In his first Duke basketball campaign following four years at Tulane, Sion James has emerged as a fiercely reliable leader and primary point guard for third-year head coach Jon Scheyer and his No.

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No. 2 Duke demolishes Syracuse for 16th consecutive win

Duke extended the nation's longest active winning streak.

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College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / January 15

Duke's Sion James Building on Three-and-D Potential in ACC Play

The Duke Blue Devils have looked like one of the best teams in college basketball this season. While their loaded freshman class has garnered the majority of draft attention, senior guard Sion James has quietly emerged as an intriguing prospect.

Duke Blue Devils News / ACC Digital Network / January 11

Watch: Duke's Sion James Finds Khaman Maluach For An Authoritative Alley-Oop

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 31

Cooper Flagg puts on masterclass to lead No. 4 Duke past Virginia Tech

Cooper Flagg scored 14 of his 24 points in the first half as No. 4 Duke took care of business in an 88-65 victory against visiting Virginia Tech on Tuesday at Durham, N.C.

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Duke Blue Devils News / ACC Digital Network / November 29

Watch: Sion James Steal Sets Up Cooper Flagg's 2-hand Flush For Duke

Duke Blue Devils News / ACC Digital Network / November 12

Watch: Duke's Sion James Dunks On Two Kentucky Defenders

College Basketball News / Hoops Rumors / May 29, 2024

Several key players withdraw from NBA Draft

The deadline is looming for early entrants to withdraw from the 2024 NBA draft and retain their NCAA eligibility. Several impact players have recently announced they are taking that route.

Bronny James to visit two West teams, will turn down multiple workouts

Florida guard makes draft decision

Creighton guard returning for 2024-25

Texas Tech men's hoops snags big-time transfer from New Mexico

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