Duke basketball freshman star guard Kon Knueppel announced his decision to declare for the 2025 NBA draft after one season in Durham. Knueppel averaged 14.4 points, four rebounds, 2.7 assists, and a steal a game on 47.9% shooting from the floor and 40.6% shooting from three-point range in 2024-25 for the Blue Devils.
Farewell Message
After the announcement, Knueppel took to X to send a farewell message to the Blue Devil faithful. “Forever a Blue Devil. Taking the Brotherhood with me to the next chapter #NBADraft,” the post read. The pictures included in the post feature some of the top moments of his freshman season and the 2024-25 season as a whole for the Blue Devils.
Impact on Duke
The Duke program also made a post on X, giving a thank you to Knueppel and the massive impact he made on the Blue Devils’ season. “League next. Duke forever. Thank you, @Kon2Knueppel!” Coach Jon Scheyar praised Knueppel, saying, “Loved having Kon in our program… He’s a guy that really is about competition.”
What’s Next for Knueppel?
Knueppel is currently projected to be selected eighth overall by the San Antonio Spurs in ESPN’s 2025 NBA Mock Draft. As one of Duke’s top freshmen, his decision to declare for the draft marks the beginning of a new chapter in his basketball career.
