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Duke, Jon Scheyer Receive Great News Before Playing Georgia Tech

Duke, Jon Scheyer Receive Great News Before Playing Georgia Tech

Summary

The Duke Blue Devils, under head coach Jon Scheyer, have started the 2025-26 college basketball season strongly with an 11-1 record, placing them at No. 3 nationally. They are hopeful of recruiting top prospect Jordan Smith Jr., a highly ranked guard from Virginia, who is also being pursued by other major basketball programs.

Key Facts

  • Duke Blue Devils' record is 11 wins and 1 loss this season.
  • Duke is ranked No. 3 in the national college basketball rankings.
  • Duke lost key players from last year's team but has successfully recruited new talent.
  • They are hoping to recruit five-star guard Jordan Smith Jr., the No. 2 ranked player in the nation.
  • Smith Jr. is being pursued by other top programs like Arkansas, Syracuse, Kentucky, Indiana, and Georgetown.
  • Inside MD Sports predicted Smith Jr. committing to Duke back in October 2025.
  • Coach Jon Scheyer is known for his strong recruiting abilities.

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