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While the 2021-22 Duke men's basketball season is almost upon us, let's take a look at what lies beyond the horizon, as the Blue Zone breaks down next year's recruiting class and more.
The first recruit of the Jon Scheyer era is official.
Ahead of Coach K's final season, Duke men's basketball is bringing in several new players to Durham. In this series, we analyze film on each of the Blue Devils' new signees and transfers for the 2021-22 season. Previously, we took a look at Bates Jones and Theo John. Next up, we look at Jaylen Blakes.
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Even with the announcement of Mike Krzyzewski’s impending retirement, Duke continues to assert itself in recruiting for the class of 2022. The Duke staff has made six offers so far for Jon Scheyer’s inaugural season as head coach, four of whom visited campus in June. The Blue Zone takes a look.
Duke's third-ranked 2021 recruiting class assembled for the first time at the Iverson Classic.
Incoming freshmen are leading the way in ensuring the Blue Devils have all the pieces necessary to make a serious run for a championship in 2022.
Seemingly every team in college basketball is doing business through the transfer portal this offseason, and Duke is no different.
This offseason has been a busy one so far for the Blue Devils, with Thursday evening being no different.
Thursday night, freshman guard DJ Steward unexpectedly declared for the NBA Draft, leaving an open guard spot in Duke's rotation. It didn't take long for the Blue Devils to fill that spot.
Upcoming decisions from Baldwin, Keels and the like have the potential to solidify yet another remarkable recruiting class for head coach Mike Krzyzewski and his staff.
For those who have already given up on the hopes for a sixth championship this season, next year’s team should open some eyes.
With Paolo Banchero and A.J. Griffin having committed, Duke is the only team with two ESPN top-10 recruits in the class of 2021.
While the oldest son of NBA legend LeBron James is still only a sophomore in high school, many have been speculating about his future college destination.
Banchero gave insight into why he decided on Durham as his college destination.
Banchero is the No. 3 overall recruit in the Class of 2021 and the top-ranked center according to ESPN.
It’s a day ending in “y,” and you know what that means: Duke is out recruiting top prospects.
The small forward from White Plains, N.Y. is the Blue Devils' very early first piece of their 2021 class.
While the basketball on display at this year's Countdown may not be as exciting as last year’s Zion Williamson and R.J. Barrett dunk fest, the most important developments may be what happens off the floor with the recruits.
The No. 42-ranked recruit is the fourth piece to a class with three 5-stars.
A week after missing out on the Kevin Knox sweepstakes when the five-star forward picked Kentucky, the Blue Devils landed their second choice at small forward.
