Duke Basketball Report

Part four of the Duke Basketball Roundup's NBA Draft series features Jay Bilas breaking down Kon Kneuppel's game. For a kid who many doubted would even be a starter a year ago, Kon blossomed into one of the best players in the land and a guy who could go top 5 in the lottery. Jason and Donald also dive into what they like about Kon's game and what NBA teams could be worried about in taking him with a high draft pick. After the break, the podcast guys also give us as much analysis as possible about the videos that came out of the first few days of Duke's summer workouts. What did we learn about Dame Sarr, Big Pat, Cam Booz, and others from these highly edited snippets of video? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our NBA Draft previews on Episode 733 as Jay Bilas helps us analyze Khaman Maluach's potential in the NBA! ManMan is a player that could go as high as 3rd in the draft or as low as the end of the lottery, but no one doubts his abilities on defense. Jay thinks the real upside comes on offense, where may think that if he can continue to add to his game, he will be a force for years to come. After Jay's comments and predictions on Maluach, Donald and Jason give their takes as well. We saw what he did at Duke and how much he improved in just one year. The sky's the limit for Khaman Maluach in the NBA. After the break, we get into some of the rules changes that are coming to college basketball, particularly the addition of the coach's challenge. We discuss whether it's good for the game and we get into some of the other rules changes we would bring to make the games more exciting and limit the delays. If you haven't filled out our DBR fan survey, take some time to do it today! Head to tinyurl.com/dukeroundup and give us your thoughts! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our NBA Draft previews on Episode 732 as we hear more from Jay Bilas on the NBA prospects of Tyrese Proctor. Proctor is a player who has improved his shot and his passing skills are there, but how does he translate to the next level? Donald and Jason hear once again from Jay Bilas, who gives his thoughts on Proctor's game in the NBA and what kind of role he can create for himself. We discuss what he needs to improve and of course, Jay predicts where he will be taken in the NBA Draft. After the break, we react to Jay's thoughts on Tyrese Proctor and his NBA prospects, giving our own draft predictions. We end with a discussion on Duke adding Florida and Lipscomb to their already non-conference schedule. If you haven't filled out our DBR fan survey, take some time to do it today! Head to tinyurl.com/dukeroundup and give us your thoughts! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of year again! The NBA Draft is upon us and we welcome Jay Bilas back to the DBR Podcast to break down the 5 Duke Blue Devils who could hear their names called. On Episode 731, we begin our series by reviewing Sion James. Before we get to Sion's chances, Jay first gives us his thoughts on the overall draft. It's viewed as a deep draft, but Jay discusses some of the things to watch as the draft unfolds as well as how the current state of college basketball may have affected the draft eligible pool. We then get to Sion James and what he brings to the table. What do NBA teams like about him? Where can he improve at the next level? What kind of role can he play? Jay provides his analysis on all of that and predicts where in the draft Sion James could go. After Jay gives his thoughts, Donald and Jason recap it all and provide their own predictions on where in the draft Sion could hear his name called. If you haven't filled out our DBR fan survey, take some time to do it today! Head to tinyurl.com/dukeroundup and give us your thoughts! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a whole bunch of stuff to talk about on the latest episode of the Duke Basketball Roundup. We begin with a wild 24 hours for Duke baseball... 24 hours that kinda suck but also kinda show how far the program has come. From there we pay tribute to Coach Will Stephens, the most important part of the men's basketball team that casual fans have never heard of. But our main topic comes after the break... NIL. The House Settlement has been approved by the courts and it ushers in a brave new world of schools directly paying players in all kinds of sports. The DBR podcast dives into what it means for Duke and we even have some of your thoughts on the topic from the comments submitted to the huge Duke survey that we are doing. Head to TinyURL.com/DukeRoundup for more on that! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon Scheyer has been talking to the media this week, at least the podcast media. He has provided some truly revealing comments about what he looks for when putting a team together and the way he constructs his ideal roster. The Duke Basketball Roundup dives into what he had to say and what it all means. After the break, The DBR Podcast needs your help. We are conducting a survey. We want to know who your favorite Dukie is, which team you want Duke to play, which Duke team is your one true love, and how you feel about the current shape of college basketball including the transfer portal, NIL, and one-and-done. Head to tinyurl.com/dukeroundup and let us know what you think. We want to see what the collective Duke community thinks about our team and our sport. We will reveal the results on a later show once all of you have had plenty of time to fill ou the survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cool thing about the summer is that when we get any nuggets about how the team is shaping up, we get to overscrutinize it! Thanks to some intel we received from K Academy, we're able to discuss some notes about the first practices of the summer on DBR Bites #108. Jason received some tips about how some of the Duke players did in a practice done behind closed doors, so he and Donald go through some of the information we received. We discus the buzz around Isaiah Evans and Nik Khamenia, how Cameron Boozer is looking early on, and updates on Maliq Brown's recovery from the shoulder injuries that plagued him in the back half of last season. And finally, there is a report on the newest commitment, Sebastian Wilkins. Sounds like this team is coming together! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Basketball Roundup rarely tries to break news but when our sources told us about this piece of info, we just had to share it. It is not yet confirmed yet, but we have learned that Tyler Thornton is joining the Duke staff as an assistant coach. It is so exciting to be bringing a former captain back and to get a guy who gave it 100% every single time he stepped on the floor. Time to cue up that Kansas game tape! After the break, Jason and Donald dive into the ACC's schedule release. Duke is taking on all comers in the non-conference and now it seems they will face the toughest schedule the ACC could give them. Bring it on! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the addition of Sebastian Wilkins, it would appear Duke's 2025-26 roster is firmly in place. Guys are expected to start arriving on campus for summer workouts in the next few weeks. In this episode of the Duke Basketball Roundup we break down the addition of Sebastian Wilkins and get into what role he will play this upcoming season (and beyond). After the break, we briefly lament the fact that Cedric Coward is staying in the NBA draft, though we wish this honorary Dukie well in his pro career. After that, Jason and Scott dive into one of the big offseason questions -- who will be the offensive creators for this Duke team? The podcast gang have a lot of answers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dame Sarr has committed to Duke, so Jason and Donald jump on quickly with Scott Rich to discuss it on a quick DBR Bites! Sarr's commitment is a big one and we take a few minutes to herald Jon Scheyer and the staff for landing Another One. Sarr's defense is exciting as well as his upside. We also quickly discuss what it means for the rotation and who could be the #2 option on offense after Cam Boozer. After the break, we discuss Duke scheduling Texas Tech for a game at Madison Square Garden on December 20th. The game will be 7 years to the day since the two teams faced each other in a non-conference game also at the Garden. It's a loaded schedule for the Blue Devils, and they will be ducking no one next season. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're talking recruiting news on Episode 729! Duke is waiting to hear word this week from several guys who they have been targeting recently to round out next season's roster. Jason and Donald get the party started by discussing Dame Sarr, a young Italian who is visiting Duke right now and could make a decision soon. He has a ton of upside and a lot of people will be happy should he decide to go to Duke. After the break, there are two other players who will be making their decisions soon on where they will play college ball: Braydon Hawthorn and Sebastian Wilkins. Both have some different qualities, and we discuss the chances that each end up at Duke and how they would fit into next season's roster. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And the winner of the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes is... the Dallas Mavericks. The Duke Basketball Roundup breaks down what it means for Flagg to be heading the Kyrie and Lively's team. Jason and Donald both think it is a pretty good fit for the guy who seems poised to be a budding superstar in the league. After the break, the podcast guys dive into what they are hearing about Cedric Coward, the Duke transfer portal prospect who is testing the NBA Draft waters. The good news is that Cedric a stud with testing measurements and scores that at the NBA combine that are wowing everyone. The bad news is, that makes it much more likely that he stays in the draft and never makes it to Durham. That could mean that Jon Scheyer needs to explore backup plans to fill out Duke's 25-26 roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A flurry of news on Duke hit the feed today so Donald and Jason jumped on the Duke Basketball Roundup to chat about it. First up, we have another member of the 20226 team as Jack Scott, a wing from Princeton has committed to play at Duke. Jack figures to be a deep bench/practice player for the most part but the podcast gang have plenty of thoughts about how he fits and what he does for Duke. After the break, there is a ton of news coming out of the NBA Draft combine. Isaiah Evans isn't there (someone remind Jason that we need to talk about that), Tyrese Proctor isn't player, and we are getting measurements on Cooper, Kon, and Manman. The DBR Podcast has all the Duke news you could want as we await the lottery and learn where Copper will be planting his Flagg next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We got a flurry of news on Wednesday about Duke 2025-26 season. First of all, the roster is expanding. Duke is getting 6-11 big man Ifeanyi Ufochukwu from Rice. He doesn't figure to be a regular part of the rotation, but as 3rd string backup centers go, he's a very nice fit and will be an important practice player. After the break, Jason and Donald dive into everything we know about Duke's schedule, starting with the news that the ACC is cutting the sked back to 18 total games and then going through each of the non-conference opponents who have been revealed. There is plenty to know about these teams and about how Jon Scheyer will use this schedule to build another national title contender. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new name has been added to the Duke coaching staff as Jon Scheyer has brought Celtic/Jazz assistant coach Evan Bradds on board. On the latest edition of the DBR Podcast, Donald and Jason (back from vacation) have nothing but praise for Duke hiring one of the best young minds in the game to join the bench. After the break, the guys get into a conversation about where Duke goes next in terms of building the 2025-26 roster. And yes, we get into what could... could happen if Isaiah Evans or Cedric Coward decide to stay in the NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with Episode 725, as Scott Rich joins Donald and we get a brief report from Jason live from Japan! Cedric Coward has committed to the Duke Blue Devils via the transfer portal, and we're very excited about all the possibilities. We give a rundown of some of his game and what he could bring to the Blue Devils. He's still navigating a shoulder injury and the NBA Draft process, but should he come back to college, it could be as a 2nd or 3rd scoring option for Duke. We then get into Khaman Maluach declaring for the NBA Draft, and Scott and Donald take the time to discuss how much fun it was to watch him develop this year. He brought some exciting moments and he will be someone that can do very well at the next level. We cloes out with a report that the ACC has decided to go from 20 conference games to 18 in order to give teams more opportunities to schedule marquee non-conference schedules. We think that the ACC is not addressing the issues it faced this season in the right way. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with Episode 724, and Scott Rich is back to join Donald as they discuss the close of the transfer portal entry deadline! The portal is closed to new entrants, and Jon Scheyer has successfully kept some continuity on the roster. Isaiah Evans, Maliq Brown, Darren Harris, and Patrick Ngongba will all be back with the Duke Blue Devils next season, and we discuss how welcome a sight that is. In a world where the portal affects everyone, Duke is one of the few power conference teams to not lose any of their main rotation players to the portal. While Duke could look to add a final piece or two, the certain thing is that Scheyer wanted continuity...and he got it. After the break, the two men from Michigan discuss the report that Duke could be playing Michigan in February 2026 in DC. Of course, Donald is happy about the Blue Devils being down the street from him, but we look at the potential matchup and how Jon Scheyer is trying to test his guys with these marquee games. We close with a salute to the life of Mike Patrick, who passed away at age 80 a few days ago. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 723 is a sad one as we say goodbye to three Duke Blue Devils who are either headed to the NBA or entering the transfer portal as a grad transfer. Jordan Brenner from the Underdogs Podcast joins Donald with Jason still out on international duty. The big story is Cooper Flagg officially announcing that he is leaving Duke for the NBA, where he will presumably be the #1 pick in the NBA Draft in June. We look back at his historic year where he was the best player in college basketball and was just a ton of fun to watch. Jordan and Donald discuss which teams could be a good or intriguing fit for Cooper as he heads to the next level. We also touch on Tyrese Proctor declaring for the NBA Draft. He had a monster year for Duke, a redemption year for the Aussie assassin. He is a player who NBA teams really do need and we look forward to seeing who decides to take him. The 3 and D attributes only tell some of the tale about how he can impact a franchise. Finally, Stanley Borden will graduate from Duke next month, and he has decided to take a graduate year somewhere else. Despite not scoring a point for Duke, he was a fan favorite, and we show him some love as he departs the program to try and get some playing time in his final year of eligibility. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with Episode 722 as we learned the other day that Caleb Foster will be back with the Duke Blue Devils next season! Caleb Foster announcement that he is coming back for his junior season at Duke has everyone excited. Donald is once again joined by Scott Rich to discuss what it means for next year's team, and we hear from Jason as he's on his travels through Japan. We get into his struggles this season and how he can use a full offseason to improve and have a terrific junior season. After the break, we get to the sad as Shelton Henderson announced late Thursday night that he will decommit from Duke. Donald and Scott discuss what it could mean in the form of what's coming and also dispel some of the rumors out there about why Shelton ultimately decided to go in a different direction. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We return with Episode 721 as we discuss Kon Knueppel declaring for the NBA Draft and Sion James' academic honors. With Jason flying the friendly skies, Scott Rich is back to join Donald as they take a look back at Kon II's incredible season in a Duke uniform. The kid that was very much overlooked by many is set to be a likely top 10 pick when the NBA Draft takes place in June. We're so excited for him and so proud at how he left a legacy in his one season in Durham. After the break, we turn to Sion James, who was named an Academic All-American the other day. We're just so lucky to have had Sion James at Duke, and he (along with Kon) will be the part of the blueprint of the program for years to come. He was a star on the court, but he was even better off the court and in the community. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Basketball Roundup wants to be very, very clear -- we do not have any inside intel to think this is real but... What if Cooper and Kon decided the loss to Houston just left such a bad taste in their mouth that they wanted to come back for another year? The Athletic's Jordan Brenner joins us for a chat about the kind of thought process that could be happening here for the Duke superstars. Why haven't they declared for the NBA Draft yet and what dominoes would fall into place if they did the unthinkable and decided to run it back for another year? This episode could be dated at any moment. It probably has not basis in reality... but it sure is fun to think about, isn't it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back with Episode 720 as we recap the Nike Hoops Summit that took place this weekend in Portland! Cameron Boozer, Cayden Boozer, and Nik Khamenia (last name pronounced with a silent K) played on Team USA in the men's game, and each of them shined thoughout the week. The biggest star was Cameron Boozer, who lit up the stat sheet and dominated throughout the game. We get into each of the players and how they did and how excited we are to see them in Duke Blue. We also give some updates on Nate Ament's recruitment and some of the rumblings we've heard about what could be affecting his announcement. Of course, we also discuss Emilee Skinner's performance in the women's game and how she fits into Kara Lawson's squad for next year. After the break, we take a look at Vegas, where Duke is the early favorite to win it all in 2026. We discuss some of the other teams, including a couple in the ACC, who are getting some buzz. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Longtime podcast friend Sam Klein once again joins Jason and Donald on the Duke Basketball Roundup for the annual stats game recap. Listen in as the guys reflect on the predictions they made at the start of the year to find out who was best at figuring out how the season would go. It all starts with some stunning reveals about how little we all trusted Cooper Flagg. By the end, the winner of the contest comes down to a crazy tiebreaker! It is a great way to look back on a wildly successful year of Duke hoops... with some little hints and comments about what is to come next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is with a heavy heart that the Duke Basketball Roundup bids farewell to the 2024-25 Blue Devil team. A stunning 70-67 loss to Houston has all of us in a funk it not outright depressed. A team that seemed fated to cut down the nets on Monday instead finds itself wondering what went wrong in the fateful final few minutes where a sizeable lead evaporated. Jason and Donald try to make sense of all of it. They talk about what happened and what the causes of it may have been; they remind us all that the journey is more than the destination; and they reflect on the many great moments of joy this team brought us. Still it all just feels wrong, it feels unfair. Join the DBR Podcast as they try to process the end of a very special season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well, we didn't expect this to happen on the evening of the eve of the Final Four! Kon Knueppel's mother, Chari Nordgaard Knueppel, took a moment away from packing her bags to chat with Jason and Donald about the amazing ride her family is taking as they join Duke at the Final Four in San Antonio. Chari talks about the strong bond that has formed among all the families of the current Duke team and she reveals the one thing Kon 2 asked her to bring him from the family home for this big weekend. After the break, Jason and Donald also briefly get into a couple amazing awards... one for Jon Scheyer and one for a beloved former Dukie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's finally time. Our Duke Blue Devils play tomorrow in the national semifinal. Donald and Jason give their full preview of the Houston Cougars on Episode 717. This Houston team is strong, with lot of returning guys, a ton of experience, and an elite defense. They have played a schedule of tough teams and emerged as one of the top teams in the country. We take you through the offense, the defense, the players, and what needs to happen in order for Duke to win this game. While Houston is a tough opponent, they're not unbeatable. And Duke is a tough team too...we give our final word on the game and what it will take for Duke to move on. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As "Firehose Week" (because trying to keep up with all the DBR podcast content is like drinking from a firehose) marches on, the Duke Basketball Roundup welcomes back one of our favorite guests of the season, sportswriter Jordan Brenner who is also the host of The Underdogs podcast. Jordan was with the team in Newark last weekend and we get his reflections on what happened there. And, of course, we look ahead to the Final Four to hear from Jordan what it will take for Duke to cut down the nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Basketball Roundup wants you to understand the very challenging foe Duke will face in the Final Four this weekend, so we went to someone who knows the Houston Cougars as well as anyone around. He is Jeremy Branham, the play-by-play announcer for Houston radio and the guy who has been up-close watching Kelvin Sampson teams for almost a decade. Jason and Donald challenge Jeremy to tell us what Houston does well and what the Cougars fear the most from the Blue Devils. This is a nightmare of a Final Four, historically tough with quality everywhere. For Duke, the only way to reach the promised land is to go through the Houston Cougars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The content keeps coming on Episode 714 as we welcome back Duke Blue Devils play-by-play announcer David Shumate to the show! In the midst of a busy week for Duke, David speaks with us about how this magical season has been through his eyes and, most especially, his voice. We ask some questions about how he manages to stay in the moment despite some of this thrilling moments, how his prep may change now that we're at the Final Four, and other things around this team that he has an incredible perspective. We also ask about some of his most passionate calls this season, including when Cooper Flagg posterizes Guillermo Diaz Graham. And then finally we get his thoughts about the matchup with the Houston Cougars this weekend and what he thinks we could see on the court. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A week full of great content on the Duke Basketball Roundup begins with one of the smartest college basketball analysts around, who also happens to be a beloved Dukie, Jay Bilas. Jay sits down with Jason and Donald for a chat that begins with some thoughts on how damn good these Final Four teams are. After the break, they do a deep dive on the current Blue Devils including Jay's answer to the question "what is the best Duke team of all time?" and "who is the best freshman of all time?" You won't want to miss this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils are in the Final Four! After the emergency pod from last night, we bring you a full recap of the Elite 8 win over the Alabama Crimson Tide on Episode 712! Donald and Jason start with the numerous great headlines we received, and then get into everything from this game. From Kon and Khaman's great games to the excellent defense to the terrific passing and smart shooting, Duke made this game look easier than it was by playing tough and not giving the Tide anything. We also talk about some of things to work on as we move onto San Antonio. The best part: we have another game to prepare for! Donald and Jason will be in your feeds a lot this week as we prepare for the Final Four! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three years in, Jon Scheyer has a Final Four to his name as Duke dismantled the feared Alabama offense to the tune of 85-65. The final score may have been 20 points, but this was a tense game between two outstanding ballclubs that Duke really broke open late. The Duke Basketball Roundup gives you a quick "vibes" reaction podcast in which Jason and Donald bask in the moment and give their initial impressions of the win. The guys will have a longer, more thoughtful podcast later in the day on Sunday but for now, enjoy the feelings of a trip to San Antonio. Two more wins baby... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils are in the Elite 8 after beating the Arizona Wildcats in the Sweet 16! We recap the victory and prepare for the Alabama Crimson Tide on Episode 711! The Arizona game was a tough game, but Duke was able to get through with some key plays on both offense and defense. Donald and Jason take you through it all, highlighting where Duke succeeded and where they could improve. The referees were a big topic of discussion from this game, and we bring in a college referee to help explain why some of the calls were tough ones to make. We then preview our game against Alabama, which is another difficult team to play. They play faster than everyone in the country, and they're coming off a game where they hit the most 3s in a game in NCAA Tournament history. We break down where they're good and where Duke can have an advantage as we get ready for Saturday night. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well, that wasn't stressful!! Let the sirens ring as Jason and Donald hop on for a super quick emergency pod reaction to the Blue Devil's nailbiter win over Arizona. You may want to cover your children's ears as there are a few naught words spoken on this edition of the DBR Podcast. We fondly bid farewell to Caleb Love... eager to never see that Duke killer ever again. And we sing the praises of Cooper Flagg, who really might be among the best players on the planet right now -- and we are including the NBA All-Pros in that statement. The Duke Basketball Roundup gang will have a full-length, detailed breakdown of this game on Friday afternoon, but until then just soak up the vibes from this short but sweet emergency reaction podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils are in the Sweet 16, and a second date looms with the Arizona Wildcats. We preview that game on DBR Bites #101. We get started with our episode by paying tribute to a dear member of Jason's family and a beloved regular guest of the pod, Cameron. Jason shares some incredible words on the loss of his best buddy. Cameron will be missed by us all. We then get into the analysis of Arizona and how they've improved since we last saw them in Tucson back in November. We give the ins and outs of what they do best and what it will take to beat them. We also discuss some postseason awards and Blue Devils that are involved in them. Jon Scheyer is a finalist for the Naismith National Coach of the Year Award and has a good chance to win it. We also give more praise to Cooper Flagg as he wins the Oscar Robertson Award and Waymon Tisdale Award as the USBWA's National Player of the Year and National Rookie of the Year. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Basketball Roundup is thrilled to once again welcome Jordan Brenner of The Athletic to the podcast. This time, we are talking about how Duke has done thus far in the tournament and what Jordan thinks it will take for them to go all the way. Our conversation also gets into Duke's next opponent, the Arizona Wildcats, and the final meeting between Duke and Caleb Love. After the break, we chat with Jordan about the entire NCAA field as we ask the "Giant Killers" expert why there haven't been more giants falling in this year's tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils have booked their ticket to the Sweet 16 after beating Baylor 89-66, and we're excited! Donald and Jason recap everything on Episode 709. After some great headlines, we get into the game, starting with Tyrese Proctor's incredible day shooting and a terrific team defensive effort. There were a lot of players and moments that helped this team build a lead and never look back. We also discuss some of the things that we need to work on, which in this game was highlighted by rebounding. We also give a tribute to Jeremy Roach in his final college basketball game. We have our Player of the Game including some sound from Jon Scheyer that will leave you asking who's chopping onions. We'll have all the content this week with multiple episodes coming as we prepare for Newark! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With almost everyone on the team contributing in big ways, Duke easily handled its R64 game in the NCAA tournament, beating Mt. Saint Mary's 93-49. The Duke Basketball Roundup breaks down everything that happened in this contest from blocked shots to thunder dunk, from silky smooth threes to hard-nose D. Jason and Donald were especially impressed with the play of the Duke bigs, Khaman Maluach and Big Pat Ngongba. Oh, and it was nice to have Cooper Flagg back on the court. Up next will be the Baylor Bears with the very familiar face of Jeremy Roach as well as a slew of other players who have some pretty big connections to the Duke roster. The games get harder each step of the way and we would be foolish to think Baylor is not a formidable opponent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duke now knows who they will face in the first round of the NCAA tournament. It will be Mount St. Mary's, a small MAAC school in Maryland. The Mountaineers won their play-in game on the back of a great performance by both of their big men after American's best big got hurt. The Duke Basketball Roundup watched the game and also dug into their deep archive of game tape to bring you all you need to know about this team and how it may present challenges to the Blue Devils. And after the break, Jason and Donald dive into a few topics with some quick hitters including: Cooper Flagg making all the the All-American teams; The controversy over UBNC AD Bubba Cunningham being chair of the NCAA Selection Committee; The NIT inviting too many teams; And NC State unofficially hiring Will Wade as their next coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 NCAA Tournament bracket has been revealed and the DBR Podcast gang has spent hours pouring over it in search of everything you need to know. On this latest edition of the pod, Jason and Donald welcome frequent guest host Scott Rich to help them break down Duke's path to Final Four glory out of the East Region as well as the teams to pay extra attention to in all the other regions. Did Carolina deserve to make the field? Which double-digit seeds are likely to make the second weekend? Who are the best bets to make the Final Four? Tune in to hear three podcasters do their level-headed best to make the right picks. And sure, they probably got a lot of their predictions wrong, but that is why this is MARCH MADNESS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils are ACC champions! For the first time since 2005-2006, Duke wins the ACC Tournament after claiming the outright regular season title, defeating the Louisville Cardinals 73-62. Donald and Jason recap everything on Episode 706. It was a tough win for the Blue Devils, who didn't have a great first half but surged in the second half to take the game. The second half defense and the tenacity the team showed was incredible. Kon Knueppel was the ACC Tournament MVP, but there were several unsung heroes that helped Duke to the ACC title. After the break, we discuss some of the things that need to improve as we turn to the NCAA Tournament. We give out our Play of the Game as well as our Player of the Week as well. We end with quick predictions on what seed lines await Clemson and Louisville, whether Duke will be the #1 overall seed, and whether UNC makes the Big Dance. We'll be back this evening to discuss all the brackets, both for the men and the women, as the Selection Shows take place today! Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils survive another one in the ACC Tournament after a 74-71 win over the UNC. We recap everything and preview the ACC Tournament Final on Episode 705. It was a tale of two halves in Charlotte, as Donald and Jason recap what was an amazing first half from the Blue Devils. Lots of great play by some unsung heroes, from Pat Ngongba and Khaman Maluach to Isaiah Evans to Kon Knueppel and Sion James. There was a lot of great play in the first half, including some hustle plays that proved to be the difference. The second half was not as great, as Duke almost saw a 24 point lead turn into a UNC win. Thankfully, Jae'Lyn Withers' lane violation at the end helped Duke escape. Next up is the ACC Tournament Final, and Duke will face the Louisville Cardinals. They have played tremendously well since we last faced them on December 8th, the first ACC game of the season for both teams. It's somewhat fitting that the final ACC game of the season pits these two teams together for the title. We preview that game and what to watch for when the teams tip off tonight. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils advance in the ACC Tournament after a win over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, but Cooper Flagg and Maliq Brown picked up injuries that could keep both out for differing lengths of time. We discuss it on Episode 704. Jason is in Charlotte for the ACC Tournament and gives his take from his vantage point on press row at the Spectrum Center. He and Donald discuss all that happened in this game, from the vibes in the arena to Cooper Flagg injuring his ankle just minutes after Maliq Brown injured his shoulder again. Still, this team was resilient in storming back to take the lead and keep Georgia Tech at arm's length the rest of the way. There was some good in this game but also some things to improve as the team moves onto the ACC Tournament semifinals. Standing in their way: UNC, who beat Wake Forest to set up a third battle between the two rivals and the second matchup in 6 days. Jason and Donald forego the normal preview to discuss some of the things to watch as Duke adjusts to having Flagg and Brown unavailable. We end with a tribute to John Feinstein, who passed away suddenly on Thursday. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duke's quests for an ACC tournament banner begins on Thursday at noon and the Duke Basketball Roundup is your go-to spot for a preview. Only minutes after Georgia Tech finished knocking off Virginia, Jason and Donald hopped on to pod about what they have seen from the Yellowjackets and what Duke should be concerned about in this matchup. Jason says this is the team he least wanted to see in the quarterfinals, for sure. After the break, the guys also dive into the All-ACC Awards and while there is happiness over the many Dukies who were honored, you know the podcast crew is going to have a few critical words about Defensive Player of the Year and Coach of the Year. Be ready for a rant! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with Episode 703 and we welcome Jordan Brenner back to the show! The regular season is done, so Donald and Jason think it's a perfect time to catch up with Jordan Brenner of the Underdogs Podcast and The Athletic. Duke just hit #1 in the rankings, and we get into a lot of how Duke arrived at this point. We even look at some of the concerns that Duke may have as they enter the postseason, from Jai Lucas leaving for Miami to some potential holes in the defense. We also discuss the NCAA Tournament and which upsets could make you look like a genius when it's time to fill out your brackets. The Bracket Busters/Giant Killers guy is one of the best to tell us tells us which teams to look out for when you're looking for the edge in your various pools. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for a fun edition of the Duke Basketball Roundup as Jason and Donald celebrate a season sweep of the hated Tarheels and also a record-setting ACC regular season title for Duke. The podcast team has plenty of praise for two unexpected heroes in Maliq Brown and Caleb Foster, while also tipping their cap to Kon, Sion, Coop, and Reese. This edition of the pod includes some remarkable historic stats about Duke's dominance of the ACC as well as a shout out to the Duke social media team who are doing their best to promote the entire Duke team for ACC awards. With the ACC tournament coming up next week, the content is going to be flowing fast and furious from the most popular fan-driven podcast on Duke hoops! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils head down to Chapel Hill for a big showdown with the North Carolina Tar Heels, and we preview that and all the other news that is swirling around the team on Episode 701. UNC enters The Game on a 6 game winning streak and has changed around their lineup to be more successful against bigger teams. Duke's on a streak of their own, which makes this game even more intriguing. Donald and Jason take us through what UNC has done since we last saw them on February 1st and what to watch as the teams take the floor on Saturday night. After the break, we get to the official news that Jai Lucas will depart the team after the UNC game to take over as the Miami head coach. The timing is awful, but we wish Jai well as he gets his first head coaching job. We end with the news that Duke will take on Arkansas next season in a Thanksgiving Night matchup in Chicago. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Basketball Roundup has reached another major milestone, episode #700. And just like we do every time we hit a big round number, we welcome former Blue Devil great Kenny Dennard to the podcast for an expert opinion on the current team as well as a trip down memory lane. Kenny talks about the important and intensity of the Carolina game (wait until you hear how many times he played the TarHeels in his career!!), opines on where the current Duke teams falls in the pantheon of "favorite team to watch" and even gives us his thoughts on seeding and where Duke should be ranked in the polls (hint, not #2!!). It is always a special episode when the Dawg shows up and this episode will not disappoint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils hammered the Wake Forest Demon Deacons last night to cap an undefeated 17-0 record in Cameron this season. We recap it all on Episode 699. With Jason out, our 6th Man Scott Rich joins Donald to recap everything that happened in this game. Duke had a sluggish start, but it was so much fun to see this team scrap to take the lead and open it up to a 40 point lead late before winning 93-60. Scott and Donald talk though all of the major things that Duke did well, from hustle to defense to Cooper Flagg's NPOY performance. We also get into some of the bad, including a discussion on Caleb Foster not getting into the game. There were some picks to nit, but this team is steadily becoming one that no one wants to mess with in March. We end with love for the Duke Women's Team as they prepare for the ACC Tournament this week in Greensboro. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We don't get nearly as many rematches in ACC play as we used to but Duke faces Wake Forest for a second time tonight in Cameron. In case you forgot, game one was one of just a small handful of truly competitive games that Duke has had this calendar year. So, does Wake have a shot to pull off an upset in Cameron? The DBR Podcast gang drills down into how the Deacs are playing and who has been stepping up lately for them. Turn to Jason and Donald to find out what Wake will bring as the Deacs travel up the road to Durham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Duke Blue Devils were able to get another huge blowout win on Saturday, this time against the Florida State Seminoles. We recap the victory on Episode 698. Jason and Donald, after the headlines, get into the game and start by commending the team on how well they responded after Cooper Flagg had to leave the game for a while after getting swatted in the eye. That could have really affected the team, but so many guys stepped up. In a 35-point blowout, there was a lot of love to be spread around in the good, so we do just that. We also get into some of the things to improve from this game, leading with the fact that it wasn't the best shooting game. Still, the team was able to get to 100 points for the 4th time this season (and 3rd straight Saturday), and we end with the best sequence Duke has had all year and our Player of the Week. Make sure you're following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order) and Fanatics to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. And...we have some more coming! Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices