The Duke Blue Devils prepare for the 2025-26 NCAA season, which will present new challenges. After losing in the 2025 Final Four to the Houston Cougars, Jon Scheyer’s team has renewed expectations, even though they suffered several key losses in the offseason.
With Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel in the NBA, the program recruited the Boozer twins to try to emulate and improve the performance from the last campaign.
While most things are on the right track, Scheyer still has some concerns to address ahead of the new season. Sophomore center Patrick Ngongba is dealing with a foot injury that forced him to wear a walking boot on his left foot and remain out of action.
Jon Scheyer shares update about Patrick Ngongba’s injury
Per Zach Ciavolella of Duke Wire, Jon Scheyer explained they are working to get the big man healthy before he sets foot on the court again.
“He’s had foot injuries in his high school career and we’re still getting him back to 100% health,” Scheyer said. “It’s not about anything that he’s done. It’s just about getting him to his full 100% productivity on the court, where he can move completely pain-free, and also where he can get back to being the level of player he can be. He’s gonna be a terrific player for us.”
Ngongba averaged 3.9 points and 2.7 rebounds per game in his freshman season. If healthy, he should have more chances to showcase his talents and help the Blue Devils compete the same way they did last season.