By ADAM ZAGORIA Duke has added a veteran presence in Stanford graduate transfer Neal Begovich, who is expected to be a practice player for the Blue Devils. The 6-foot-9 San Francisco native played a total of 18 games at Stanford, compiling negligible statistics. He scored 16 total points on 14 field goal attempts. He joins the No. 2-ranked recruiting class in 2023 that … [Read more...] about Duke adds Stanford grad transfer Neal Begovich
Clemson lands Syracuse transfer Joe Girard
By CHARLIE PARENT Syracuse transfer Joe Girard III has committed to Clemson, he announced Sunday. The 6-foot-1 Girard averaged 16.4 points per game for the Orange last season on 40.3-percent shooting. He is the all-time leading prep scorer in New York State history. “I’m going to Clemson because I feel most comfortable with the staff and team,” Girard told ZAGSBLOG. … [Read more...] about Clemson lands Syracuse transfer Joe Girard
Wake Forest lands Gonzaga transfer Hunter Sallis
Gonzaga transfer Hunter Sallis has committed to Wake Forest. The 6-foot-5 wing from Omaha, Neb. averaged 4.5 points and 2.2 rebounds as a sophomore for the Bulldogs. “(Wake Forest) sold me with their great coaching staff and culture,” he told On3.com. “I think it’s a place where we can win some games and also I can improve throughout the year.” A former top-20 recruit … [Read more...] about Wake Forest lands Gonzaga transfer Hunter Sallis
Five-star small forward Isaiah Evans commits to Duke
By ADAM ZAGORIA Isaiah Evans, the five-star small forward from North Mecklenburg (N.C.), announced his commitment to Duke on Thursday. Ranked the No. 4 small forward in the Class of 2024, he also considered Texas, Georgetown, Alabama, Kansas, Maryland, among others. “I appreciate all of the coaches that came out to see me throughout the years and showed me support and … [Read more...] about Five-star small forward Isaiah Evans commits to Duke
Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero becomes 4th Duke product named NBA Rookie of the Year
Former Duke star Paolo Banchero of the Orlando Magic was named the 2023 NBA Rookie of the Year, the league announced on Tuesday evening. Banchero becomes the fourth Blue Devil to win NBA Rookie of the Year honors, joining Grant Hill (1994), Elton Brand (1999) and Kyrie Irving (2011). Duke’s four are second most by a college program all-time and the most by any program over … [Read more...] about Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero becomes 4th Duke product named NBA Rookie of the Year