The Duke Blue Devils are entering a bold new era after a season defined by one of the most electrifying freshmen in college basketball history—Cooper Flagg. After leading Duke in points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks—and powering them to a Final Four appearance—Flagg has officially declared for the 2025 NBA Draft. His exit, though expected, leaves a massive hole in Duke’s 2025 basketball roster.
Now, all eyes are on head coach Jon Scheyer, who faces the tall task of rebuilding from the ground up. With all five starters—including Flagg, Khaman Maluach, Kon Knueppel, Tyrese Proctor, and graduate Sion James—departing, Scheyer must restock Duke’s lineup through a combination of top-tier recruits and key additions from the transfer portal.
Fortunately, Scheyer has secured the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class. Leading that group is Cameron Boozer, the highly-touted forward who once rivaled Flagg for the top spot in national rankings. Boozer is expected to slide right into the starting power forward spot next to returning big man Patrick Ngongba II. His twin brother, Cayden Boozer, also headlines the incoming class.
But that’s only part of the equation. Scheyer is working the transfer portal hard to land experienced talent that can compete immediately. With Caleb Foster announcing his return for the 2025–26 season, Duke has at least one familiar face back—but plenty of roster holes to fill.
For fans hungry for the latest roster updates, recruiting buzz, and transfer targets, The Devil’s Den, Duke’s 247Sports affiliate, is the place to go. Led by veteran insiders Adam Rowe and John Watson, the site offers unmatched access to behind-the-scenes developments and insider scoops.
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The future of Duke basketball starts now. Don’t miss a beat—visit The Devil’s Den today to stay updated as Jon Scheyer retools and reloads for another title run.
