Duke Blue Devils' NBA rookies Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel are making headlines, both averaging 19.4 points and setting records in their first season. Is Duke cementing itself as the premier pipeline to pro basketball stardom? Rookie performances for Charlotte's Knueppel and Dallas' Flagg catch attention—Knueppel shatters three-point milestones while Flagg’s versatility shines alongside NBA veterans. Duke alumni continue to rep the Brotherhood in the league, fueling fan enthusiasm for Blue Devils across the association.

JJ Jackson and Dustin Shoe spotlight Duke’s five draft picks, discuss Tyrese Proctor’s jump into Cleveland’s starting lineup, and weigh in on Cameron Boozer’s future potential. The conversation shifts to Duke’s current squad after a tough loss to Texas Tech—can Coach Jon Scheyer tighten rotations and revive offensive consistency as ACC play ramps up? Recruiting buzz also heats up ahead of Deron Rippey Jr.’s decision. Don’t miss this packed analysis of Duke’s past, present, and future impact on college and NBA basketball.

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Duke Blue Devils suffer a gut-wrenching first loss after blowing a 17-point lead to Texas Tech—can Jon Scheyer's squad learn from their late-game woes before ACC play heats up? JJ Jackson and Kevin Connelly debate the impact of Duke’s free throw struggles, lineup adjustments for Cam Boozer, and whether this team’s defensive prowess will hold up against tougher competition. The conversation spotlights Cam Boozer’s Player of the Year campaign, the emergence of bench contributors like Dame Sarr and Cayden Boozer, and big-picture takeaways from an 11-1 start. Shifting gears, college football’s transfer portal drama takes center stage with Darian Mensah and Cooper Barkate returning, positioning Duke as ACC championship contenders heading into 2026. Plus, hear hot takes on NFL vs. NBA Christmas Day ratings and what’s at stake in Duke’s Sun Bowl clash with Arizona State.

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Duke Basketball charges into ACC play at 11-1, but questions linger: Can Cam Boozer carry the load without a consistent #2 scoring option? Is Duke’s free throw shooting holding them back from elite status? The road to a national championship might demand more from Isaiah Evans, Caleb Foster, and the rest of Jon Scheyer’s rotation.

JJ Jackson and Ryan Lavoie break down Duke’s impressive start against a brutal non-conference slate featuring Texas, Kansas, and Arkansas, spotlighting Boozer’s dominance and areas for improvement. Topics include the impact of free throw woes, three-point shooting struggles, and the evolving guard play led by Cayden Boozer. Can Duke sharpen their offense and rise to March Madness glory, or will these concerns haunt them? Don’t miss this in-depth analysis of the Blue Devils’ quest to defend their ACC title and chase another banner in Durham.

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