Blue Devil faithful, buckle up—Duke’s starting lineup is shaping into a powerhouse, a knockout cocktail of seasoned grit, rising stars, and game-changing athleticism that promises to dominate the hardwood like never before.
Let’s start with three names that feel locked—and for good reason. Cameron Boozer, the heralded freshman and basketball wunderkind, arrives in Durham with a resume that reads like a legacy in the making. A two-time Mr. Basketball USA and McDonald’s All‑American, Boozer’s size, scoring touch, and tenacity earn him an instant spot at power forward.
Isaiah Evans, the sharpshooting sophomore who gracefully exited the NBA Draft to return to Duke, is poised to spearhead the perimeter offense. His lethal accuracy and defensive smarts make him a given as the starting shooting guard.
Patrick Ngongba II stands tall at center—a rim protector and transition threat who grew visibly in the season’s final stretch. He’s Duke’s chosen anchor in the paint next year.
Now for the most electrifying positions. At point guard, Caleb Foster returns with a fire in his belly, having rediscovered rhythm and confidence in practice. Still, gaining ground fast is Cayden Boozer, his twin and fellow freshman, promising an epic tug-of-war in the backcourt.
Swinging in at small forward, the X‑factor: Dame Sarr, Duke’s latest international marvel. Armed with elite length, defensive chops, and a sleek offensive skill set honed in European competition, he’s primed for early thrust straight into the starting fives
And there’s more: Watch closely for Maliq Brown to rotate hefty minutes alongside Ngongba, Darren Harris to rain triples, Nikolas Khamenia to orchestrate with precision, and Sebastian Wilkins to lay down physical dominance when needed.
This isn’t just a lineup—it’s a statement. Duke’s fusion of elite shooting, sky-high length, and fierce defensive versatility sets the stage for a season brimming with thunderous dunks, locked-in D, and relentless pressure. Get ready, Blue Devil Nation—this lineup is roaring, ready to reshape the ACC, and poised to reconquer college basketballs
