With Cooper Flagg taking his talents to the pros and most likely becoming the first-overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Duke Blue Devils needed to find a suitable replacement.



Fortunately for them, they had already landed two elite recruits in Cameron and Cayden Boozer, sons of former Blue Devil Carlos Boozer, and two of the most promising players in the class.



Cameron is one of the highest-ranked players entering <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball </a>right now. Standing at 6-foot-9, he’s a strong candidate to be a one-and-done guy and take his talents to the NBA. And according to Adam Finkelstein of 247 Sports, he’s similar to Al Horford.



<h2>NBA analyst compares Cameron Boozer to Al Horford</h2>



“Boozer is the surest thing in high school basketball. No one can match his resume of winning or is better suited to help impact winning from day one as a college freshman,” he wrote. “He has an extremely versatile and mature two-way floor game. It’s just hard to envision a scenario where he’s not a successful basketball player at the highest levels for years to come, which is why he is often credited for having the highest long-term floor in the country.”



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Granted, Horford was a top-ten NBA Draft selection at the time, and there’s plenty to like about his game as a serviceable veteran and one of the most underrated players of his generation.


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Then again, with all due respect to the Boston Celtics PF/C, Cameron Boozer will strive to become a perennial All-Star and maybe even an MVP candidate, which is above Horford’s league. 


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Duke’s Cameron Boozer gets wild NBA comparison

Duke's Cameron Boozer gets wild NBA comparison - Bolavip US

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The Duke Blue Devils will have another player on their long list of elite recruits entering the NBA. More specifically, they will have yet another first-overall pick in the NBA Draft.



The Dallas Mavericks won the NBA Draft Lottery, meaning they will most likely take Cooper Flagg. It was a shocking turn of events, considering they had less than a 2% chance of winning.



Flagg is the consensus clear-cut No. 1 selection. However, as good a prospect as he is, NBA analyst Jay Williams believes the team should look to trade that selection instead.



<h2>Jay Williams says Dallas should trade the No. 1 pick</h2>



“The basketball part of me loves the thought of Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg, and Dereck Lively in the frontcourt,” Williams said on ESPN. “But when I look at the value, could you potentially package something like this to get a Giannis? Could you package it in a one-way trade to get a Devin Booker? Could you get a Tyrese Maxey? If your championship window is in two to three years, could you utilize that pick to get some assets to get somebody who is ready to contribute with you right now, with the pressure in the West Coast?”



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Williams’ hot makes sense to a degree, and sometimes, a team can be better off moving on from the first-overall pick. This time, however, that might not be the case at all.


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Flagg is one of the best and most well-rounded prospects the game has ever seen, and as tempting as it could be to land a win-now player, he can help them win right away and for years to come. 


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NBA analyst believes the Dallas Mavericks shouldn’t take Duke’s Cooper Flagg

NBA analyst believes the Dallas Mavericks shouldn't take Duke's Cooper Flagg - Bolavip US

The 2025 NBA Draft Lottery captured the attention of basketball fans and stunned many when the Dallas Mavericks emerged as the biggest beneficiaries. The Texas franchise secured the No. 1 overall pick in this year’s Draft, which gives them the chance to select any player they want—almost certainly <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg">Cooper Flagg</a>. Kyrie Irving had something to say about that.



A few hours after the Lottery results were announced, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball/kyrie-irving-reacts-to-the-mavs-potentially-taking-duke-star-cooper-flagg">Irving posted on his X account, expressing his excitement over the Mavericks’ luck</a>. “1.8%,” wrote the point guard, referring to the team’s slim mathematical odds of landing the No. 1 pick, alongside two laughing-crying emojis.



This outcome opens up a range of possibilities for the team, which can now dream of forming a new Big Three alongside <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyrie-irving">Irving</a> and Anthony Davis, plus other stars like Klay Thompson, potentially making them serious contenders in the Western Conference.



Given this scenario, Kyrie reportedly has big plans involving Cooper. “A source familiar with the situation told Hoops Wire that Irving is ‘remarkably excited’ about the possibility of teaming up with Flagg,” wrote <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba">NBA</a> insider Sam Amico.



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The young shooting guard’s talent apparently isn’t the only thing that has caught the attention of the 2016 NBA champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers. According to Amico, Irving sees this moment as a “rare chance to help shape the future with someone who shares his Duke lineage and sky-high potential.”


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Indeed, both players share that college background. Kyrie attended <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/duke">Duke</a> between 2010 and 2011, standing out with the Blue Devils before being selected with the No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft—a path Flagg appears set to follow almost exactly.



However, Cooper’s time in college basketball has been longer and more successful. Irving played just 11 games for Duke, averaging 17.5 points, 4.3 assists, and 3.4 rebounds. He was on track to compete for NCAA Freshman of the Year until a big toe injury forced him off the court.



Flagg, in contrast, played 37 games for the Blue Devils during the 2024-25 season, averaging 19.2 points, 4.2 assists, and 7.5 rebounds. His performances earned him both the ACC Player of the Year and ACC Rookie of the Year honors.



Even if the speculation proves true and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-mavericks">Mavericks</a> select Flagg, fans will have to wait a while before seeing him on the court with Irving. That’s because the 33-year-old guard is still in the early stages of recovering from his ACL injury.



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Kyrie underwent surgery on March 27 and faces a lengthy rehab process before regaining top form. In fact, projections suggest he’ll be ready to return sometime after the start of next season, with January being the most likely timeframe.



The potential arrival of Cooper Flagg in Dallas could give Irving extra motivation during his recovery. Not just the anticipation of eventually playing alongside him, but also the opportunity to stay focused during the downtime. “He sees this as a way to mentor while he heals,” added Sam Amico.


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Kyrie Irving reportedly has big plans for Cooper Flagg in Dallas

Dallas Mavericks strike gold in NBA Draft Lottery 2025, get chance to land top young talent for the future

Dallas Mavericks superstar Kyrie Irving provides new update on his recovery after ACL surgery

Kyrie Irving reportedly has big plans for Cooper Flagg in Dallas - Bolavip US

The Dallas Mavericks just lost their best player, but it didn’t take long before the basketball gods rewarded them. Now, Nico Harrison has a chance to not be the most hated person in Dallas again.



Against all odds, the Mavericks won the NBA Draft lottery. They had just a 1.8% chance of getting the first-overall pick, and they were projected to land outside of the top ten.



That’s why Kyrie Irving took to social media to react to this shocking turn of events, as he will now get to team up with fellow Duke Blue Devil Cooper Flagg in the pros.



<h2>Kyrie Irving seems happy to play with Cooper Flagg</h2>



“1.8%,” Irving posted on X with several laughing face emojis.



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Of course, it didn’t take long before some fans argued that the lottery was rigged, stating that the NBA had rewarded the Mavericks for trading Luka Doncic to the biggest market in the league to save the ratings.


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That narrative is full of holes, but even if that were the case, the fans will most definitely have a blast watching Flagg, Kyrie, and Anthony Davis dominate for years to come.


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Kyrie Irving Laughs After Dallas Mavericks Get The No. 1 Pick

Kyrie Irving reacts to the Mavs’ potentially taking Duke star Cooper Flagg

Kyrie Irving reacts to the Mavs' potentially taking Duke star Cooper Flagg - Bolavip US

It’s a great time to be a basketball fan living in Texas. The San Antonio Spurs got Victor Wembanyama a couple of years ago, the Dallas Wings got Paige Bueckers, and the Dallas Mavericks will now get Cooper Flagg.



The fans are all set in the Lone Star State for years to come. And with the Mavs and Spurs slated to pick No. 1 and No. 2 in the 2025 NBA Draft, that’s only going to get better.



Notably, that’s why the Duke basketball official X account had a rather interesting suggestion for Gregg Popovich, urging them to take Kon Knueppel with their first-round selection.



<h2>Duke wants Kon Knueppel to join Cooper Flagg in Texas</h2>



“You guys should give @Kon2Knueppel a long look at 2 @Spurs,” read the post.



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Knueppel was the Blue Devils’ second-best player and scorer last season. He’s an elite sharpshooter and a much better defender than one could tell by the naked eye.


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However, as great a player as he is, and as much as he should be definitely taken in the first ten selections, it’s hard to envision any scenario in which the Spurs take him at No. 2.


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Duke's Official Account Says The Spurs Should Take Kon Knueppel

Duke’s X account has a wild suggestion for the San Antonio Spurs

Duke's X account has a wild suggestion for the San Antonio Spurs - Bolavip US

The Duke Blue Devils are only one month removed from their painful Final Four defeat to the Houston Cougars. Cooper Flagg and Co. landed in San Antonio as clear favorites to go to the championship game against the Florida Gators before Houston stepped in the way and sent them home earlier than expected.



The 2025-26 season is still several months away, but fans are already excited about the matchups that Jon Scheyer’s team might have. The non-conference duels always draw interest from fans and the potential list of opponents that Duke could have should excite their supporters.



Bleacher Report Hoops’ Instagram page shared a potential list of non-conference duels for the Blue Devils, which includes several high-profile <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball </a>programs that could make life hard for Scheyer and Co.



<h2>Michigan, Arkansas and Kansas among potential Duke’s non-conference opponents</h2>



The players might go against other talented rosters, but Jon Scheyer could also go at it against legendary coaches. The list includes the Texas Longhorns, Michigan State Spartans, Arkansas Razorbacks, Kansas Jayhawks and Michigan Wolverines.



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Tom Izzo of Michigan State, John Calipari of Arkansas and Bill Self of Kansas are the three biggest names on the list. The only team that they faced last season out of this group was the Jayhawks, who beat them 75-72 on November 16 at home. Tyrese Proctor led the way with 15 points, six rebounds and two assists.


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After such a painful defeat in the 2025 NCAA tournament, the Blue Devils are eager to bounce back and these duels, if confirmed, can help them prepare for another March Madness run.


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Duke Will Have A Tough Schedule Next Season

NCAAB News: Duke’s schedule for next season could be brutal

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Following the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida" rel="nofollow">Florida Gators</a>’ magical run in the 2025 NCAA Tournament, which delivered the program’s third March Madness title, head coach Todd Golden signed a lucrative new deal worth $6.75 million per year. Meanwhile, Jon Scheyer and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/duke" rel="nofollow">Duke Blue Devils</a> fell just short of the National Championship Game after losing to Houston in the Final Four. Still, Scheyer has already secured his own major payday and is expected to earn a fortune in the coming years, as he continues leading Duke on deep March runs.



Golden cut down the nets in March Madness, after the Gators prevailed over the Cougars by a score of 65-63 in college basketball’s Championship Game. His impressive run led to a well-deserved new deal with the University of Florida.



The Gators and Golden put pen to paper on a top-of-the-market six-year deal worth up to $40.5M, at an average annual winning of $6.75M for Golden, as the school announced on May 6. Golden will remain at the helm in Gainesville through the 2031 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ncaa">NCAA</a> season.



“Todd has done an incredible job getting Florida men’s basketball back where it belongs,” Athletic Director Scott Stricklin stated. “We believed in his vision, his competitive nature and his modern approach to the game back in 2022, and he has validated that belief in a relatively short time and helped create memories of a lifetime for another generation of Gator fans.”



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While Golden’s accomplishments in Gainesville justify every penny in his new deal, as he led the program to its third national title during his third year on the job, Scheyer has done a great job in Durham, but has yet to win the Natty as the Blue Devils’ head coach.


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<h2>Jon Scheyer’s contract</h2>



Scheyer has two national championships on his résumé—one as a player in 2010 and another as an assistant coach under Mike Krzyzewski in 2015. Since taking over as head coach in 2022, Scheyer and Duke have steadily improved their NCAA Tournament performances, though a championship has yet to arrive.



Regardless, the school in Durham has the utmost confidence in Scheyer, and his lucrative contract reflects that. Scheyer signed a six-year extension in October 2023, which locks him as head coach for Duke through the 2028-29 season.



Though exact details haven’t become public, reports from College Sports Network indicate Scheyer earns between $7 and $8 millions every year. This deal also includes performance-based incentives, depending on Duke’s progression in the ACC and NCAA tournaments.


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<h2>The new age</h2>



The head coaches of the Gators and Blue Devils are emerging as the new faces of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball">college basketball</a> landscape. Golden, at 39, became the youngest coach to win a national title since 1983. But Scheyer could soon take that distinction—he’ll be 38 during next year’s NCAA Tournament and is determined to bring silverware back to Durham.



It’s a new era of college basketball masterminds. While legends like Tom Izzo still lead storied programs on lucrative contracts, rising stars like Golden and Scheyer are aiming to change the course of history. Their schools clearly trust them to do so—backing them with long-term commitments and big-money deals in pursuit of championship glory.

Todd Golden to Make $6.75M at Florida; Jon Scheyer Reportedly Earns More at Duke

Todd Golden set to make $6.75M at Florida after National Title: How much does Jon Scheyer earn at Duke?

Duke star Khaman Malauch could be Joel Embiid’s competition in Philadelphia

NCAA analyst predicts Duke’s next starting five

Todd Golden set to make $6.75M at Florida after National Title: How much does Jon Scheyer earn at Duke? - Bolavip US

Todd Golden set to make $6.75M at Florida: How much does Jon Scheyer earn at Duke?

The 2024-25 season has already come to an end for most teams. Just a handful of teams are still in contention for an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> championship, and the others are keeping tabs on the NBA Draft.



Fortunately for them, there will be plenty of talent to choose from. While the NIL era has led to the fewest number of players declaring for the NBA Draft, those who are ready to turn pro look like stars.



With that in mind, Kyle Boone of CBS Sports dug deep into the tape and the projections to figure out the next stop for some players, and he thinks Kon Knueppel will end up with the Brooklyn Nets.



<h2>Nets could draft Duke’s Kon Knueppel</h2>



“Knueppel finished as a 40% 3-point shooter and averaged 14.4 points per game on a Duke team that won 35 games and made the Final Four. He averaged 15 points and shot 55.6% from distance in the NCAA Tournament and has the tools to be a plug-and-play scoring guard,” wrote Boone.



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He believes the former Duke Blue Devils star will be the sixth-overall pick, and given the way he shoots the ball, it would certainly be more than justified to take him that high.


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Of course, this will also depend on whether the Nets actually end up getting or keeping that pick, but he’s certainly the kind of floor-spacer who could help turn this franchise around.


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Duke's Kon Knueppel Projected To Join Brooklyn Nets

Nets projected to take Duke superstar in the NBA Draft

Nets projected to take Duke superstar in the NBA Draft - Bolavip US

Jon Scheyer is about to enter his fourth season in charge of the Duke Blue Devils. And while the roster is far from complete, it’s hard to argue that they won’t be a top-ten team next season.



As a matter of fact, renowned analyst Jon Rothstein currently has them as the No. 8 team in the nation, even after losing a myriad of players to the 2025<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> NBA</a> Draft, including Cooper Flagg.



With that in mind, the analyst also tried to predict Jon Scheyer’s starting lineup for the upcoming campaign, according to a report by Matt Giles of Sports Illustrated.



<h2>Duke’s starting five looks stacked </h2>



“Rothstein projects the following Duke basketball starting five: rising junior guard Caleb Foster, sophomore guard Isaiah Evans, redshirt junior forward Cedric Coward (transfer from Washington State), freshman forward Cameron Boozer, and sophomore center Patrick Ngongba II,” read the report.



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Nevertheless, Evans and Coward were invited to the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago next week, so they might not even be back in Durham for the upcoming campaign. 


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At the end of the day, anything can change from today until the start of the season, and nothing is set in stone. For now, however, this team looks like an absolute juggernaut.


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Jon Rothstein Predicts Duke's Starting Lineup For Next Season

NCAA analyst predicts Duke's next starting five - Bolavip US

To say that the 2024-25 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> season was an absolute nightmare for the Philadelphia 76ers wouldn’t even tell half of the story. It was an absolute disaster from start to finish.



Fortunately for them, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. They’re now projected to have one of the most valuable picks in the 2025 NBA Draft because of their record.



With that in mind, Kyle Boone of CBS Sports projected them to take Duke star big man Khaman Malauch, who’s currently expected to draw a top-five selection in the draft. 



<h2>The Sixers could go after Khaman Malauch</h2>



“The final impression of Maluach at Duke was not a promising one: he played 21 minutes in a Final Four loss to Houston and grabbed zero rebounds despite his 7-foot-2 frame. But his length, movement and shot-blocking anticipation has NBA teams intrigued with his talent, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him go this high. He’d be a joy to add next to the young core in Philly that includes Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain and Quentin Grimes,” Boone wrote.



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Needless to say, Malauch won’t take Joel Embiid’s spot, but given the Cameroonian big man’s history of injuries, he could certainly make his way to the court early and often.



Malauch is a work in progress, but he’s got some appealing and promising skills that could translate to the next level. Given enough time to bulk up and work on his game, he could be a star.


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Sixers Projected To Draft Duke's Khaman Malauch

Duke star Khaman Malauch could be Joel Embiid's competition in Philadelphia - Bolavip US

The Duke Blue Devils have always been tied to the best prospects in all of college basketball. That’s the way it’s always been, and that’s not going to change anytime soon.



They’ve always had nothing but the top recruits in the nation, and this year won’t be the exception to the rule, with the Boozer twins replacing the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a>-bound Cooper Flagg.



That’s why it’s not much of a surprise to hear that they’re keeping tabs on Braydon Hawthorne, a highly-coveted 6-foot-9 phenom from the recruit class of 2025.



<h2>Duke enter race for Bradyon Hawthorne</h2>



“Duke’s interest in Hawthorne emerged in recent weeks as the Blue Devils look to add depth and versatility to their 2025 recruiting haul. Coaches visited the Huntington Prep (W.Va.) product earlier this spring and now have him on campus, hoping to make a lasting impression,” reported Alec Elijah of Athlon Sports.



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Hawthorne has been a quick riser in recent months, going from No. 105 in some recruiting services all the way to the No. 35 spot in On3, so he’s now the third-highest undecided player in his class.


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He had initially committed to play for the Mountaineers. Now, he’s also reportedly drawing interest from the likes of Virginia Tech, Kentucky, Pittsburgh, and the Blue Devils. 


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Duke Join The Race For Braydon Hawthorne

Jon Scheyer and Duke enter recruiting race for 6-foot-9 phenom

Jon Scheyer and Duke enter recruiting race for 6-foot-9 phenom - Bolavip US

Throughout the course of history, the Duke Blue Devils have been a never-ending source of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a>-caliber talent. They’ve had some of the most prominent players in league history.



As of now, three former first-overall picks (Kyrie Irving, Zion Williamson, and Anthony Davis) are still in the league, and we have other former Duke stars like Jayson Tatum, Brandon Ingram, RJ Barrett, Jalen Johnson, and Dereck Lively II also going strong.



Even so, the Blue Devils might take things even further in the NBA next season. As reported by Derek Parker of Sports Illustrated, <a href="http://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg </a>will headline a class of three potential lottery picks from Jon Scheyer’s team.



<h2>The Blue Devils could have three lottery picks in 2025</h2>



“The combo forward will undoubtedly go No. 1, it’s only now a matter of where,” Parker wrote. “Additionally, Duke will see two other likely lottery picks in sharpshooter Kon Knueppel and 7-foot center Khaman Malauach. Both have a range as high as No. 4 per most experts, and are rarely, if ever, left out of the lottery entirely.”



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If that wasn’t enough for the renowned program, fellow Blue Devils Tyrese Proctor and Isaiah Evans are also firmly expected to be taken at some point during the event. 


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All in all, it’s crazy to see that such a talented team fell short of the ultimate goal after being that close, but that’s just the beauty of college hoops, and it’s called March Madness for a reason.


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Duke Could Have Three Lottery Picks In The 2025 NBA Draft

NCAAB News: Duke Blue Devils to make history in the 2025 NBA Draft

NCAAB News: Duke Blue Devils to make history in the 2025 NBA Draft - Bolavip US

The Duke Blue Devils lost plenty of talent to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> Draft. <a href="http://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg</a>, Kon Knueppel, Khaman Malauch, Isaiah Evans, and Tyrese Proctor will all look to turn pro next season.



Needless to say, that puts Jon Scheyer, who coached the team to a 35-4 record and a Final Four berth last season, in a tough position to replenish the pool of talent in Durham.



Fortunately for him, the Blue Devils were able to land Cedric Coward, one of the most sought-after players in the transfer portal, and he couldn’t be more excited about this new chapter. 



<h2>Cedric Coward is excited to join Duke</h2>



“The whole starting five, they’re leaving,” Coward said. “So, how are they going to replace that? Then again, I looked at it from a perspective, you got Caleb Foster, me, the Boozer twins, Pat Ngongba, and Isaiah Evans. Like, we got killers on this team and the shortest guy is 6’4.”



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Of course, he’s also aware of the fact that he’s not necessarily going to be the main star or the go-to guy. Given how much talent they have, he’ll have to make some sacrifices:



“This is a team full of stars, and it’s a team full of guys that are killers and just want to do whatever it is that can help us win,” he added. “Each guy has the potential and the ability to do anything on any given night.”


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Coward is coming off quite a strong season at Washington State. He averaged 17.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game for the Cougars after two years at Eastern Washington.


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New Duke Player Cedric Coward Is Excited About Joining The Program

Duke’s new weapon breaks the silence about playing for Jon Scheyer

Duke's new weapon breaks the silence about playing for Jon Scheyer - Bolavip US

The Duke Blue Devils have officially lost another player to the 2025 NBA Draft. This time, South Sudanese big man Khaman Maluach announced his late decision to enter the draft.



Maluach will now join the likes of<a href="http://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Cooper Flagg</a>, Kon Knueppel, and Tyrese Proctor in the pros. He averaged 8.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game on 71.2% from the floor.



He waited until the eleventh hour to declare his intention to join the NBA Draft. Shortly after, Blue Devils coach Jon Scheyer gushed about how much he loved him and how much he would miss him.



<h2>Jon Scheyer bids farewell to Khaman Maluach</h2>



“I’ve absolutely loved coaching Khaman, I’m gonna miss him every single day, he’s got the most contagious personality,” said Scheyer. “He’s got an incredible skillset on the floor, being 7’2 – he’s got great timing, and ball skills are great … for me, the separator is how hard he plays, how competitive he is and he’s not afraid of contact.”



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Of course, Maluach is an intriguing prospect because of his physical tools, but it might be a while before he’s ready to make a consistent impact at the professional level.


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He will have to bulk up to withstand the physicality of the NBA. Then again, with his rim protection prowess and some promise as a potential floor-spacer after hitting some threes in college, he certainly looks like a special prospect.


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Duke Coach Jon Scheyer Bids Farewell To Khaman Malauch

Jon Scheyer has an emotional message for NBA-bound Khaman Maluach

Jon Scheyer has an emotional message for NBA-bound Khaman Maluach - Bolavip US

<a href="http://bolavip.com/en/topic/cooper-flagg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cooper Flagg </a>hadn’t even committed to play <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/college-basketball" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">college basketball</a> for the Duke Blue Devils when multiple scouts had already deemed him a future first overall NBA draft pick.



He entered the season as the most-anticipated and talked-about prospect in the nation, and, more often than not, he proved why everybody was so eager to get him.



However, as big a star as he was during his lone year in Durham, ESPN pundit Stephen A. Smith still has some concerns about his clutch gene. Talking on ‘First Take,’ he pointed out that Flagg missed four game-winning shots in one season.



<h2>Stephen A. Smith questions Cooper Flagg’s clutch gene</h2>



“The only blemish on his career is, there was four times that he had a chance to win a game and he failed,” Smith said. “All four times, you know, but that’s just the last play, the game-winning shot. That happens… You certainly miss more than you make. Even the greatest of them all has done that.”



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Even so, Smith acknowledged that Flagg’s physical traits and elite skill set made him a no-brainer to be the first player taken off the board come the upcoming NBA Draft:



“But in the end, he’s 6’8-6’9, his ball-handling skills, his shot-making skills from shot-range, long-range, can play with his back to the basket, facing the basket,” added Smith. “Plus he’ll defend, plus he’ll block shots. This brother is the total package. And he is going to be the No. 1 overall pick in this upcoming <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> Draft. It is no secret what he was going to do because there’s no reason for him not to. He’s that dude.”


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At the end of the day, there are some things you just can’t measure in a player. You either have it or you don’t. Then again, that should have no effect on his draft stock whatsoever.


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