Duke Secures Transfer Guard John Blackwell
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- John Blackwell committed to Duke after a Monday visit, joining as the portal’s highest‑rated guard with a career‑high 19.1 PPG and a 34‑point Big Ten tournament game.
- Jon Scheyer pitched Duke as a place of “freedom” and national‑championship potential, influencing Blackwell’s decision.
- Duke adds Blackwell to a backcourt that already includes returnees Caleb Foster (8.3 PPG) and Cayden Boozer (7.7 PPG) plus five‑star recruit Deron Rippey Jr.
- Wisconsin saw Blackwell post 22 points and 10 rebounds in the NCAA tournament loss to High Point, highlighting his postseason impact.
- Patrick Ngongba returned to Duke after an honorable‑mention All‑ACC season, strengthening the frontcourt alongside new transfer Drew Scharnowski.
- Duke’s recruiting class is ranked No. 1 nationally, featuring three top‑25 seniors, complementing the influx of transfers.
Why it matters: Duke gains a proven scorer—Blackwell’s 19.1 PPG and 34‑point tournament game—adding depth to a backcourt already stacked, which will elevate the team’s win total and improve its recruiting appeal for the next cycle.
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