If you’re Jon Scheyer, there’s one problem you love to have: too much talent.
That’s exactly what’s happening at Duke’s summer practices right now. Multiple players — from highly-touted freshmen to returning vets — are looking too good to keep out of the starting five.
Sources from inside the gym say that Caleb Foster looks more polished and in control than ever, playing like a guy ready to lead a deep March run. His floor general instincts have taken a major leap.
Then there’s Isaiah Evans — the sophomore wing who flirted with the NBA before returning to Durham. Evans is playing with serious confidence, using his length and scoring touch to dominate both ends of the floor. Coaches love his energy, and he’s been one of the most consistent performers all summer.
But the real story? The freshmen.
Dame Sarr, the international phenom, is showing flashes of stardom with his creativity, footwork, and instincts.
Cameron Boozer is already competing like a veteran, rebounding with force and scoring with ease.
Darren Harris has been lights out from deep, spacing the floor and making smart reads like he’s been in Scheyer’s system for years.
And don’t forget Patrick Ngongba and Maliq Brown, who are anchoring the defense with physicality and smart rotations.
With so many players exceeding expectations, Scheyer is facing a tough (but exciting) dilemma: how do you trim this rotation down to just five starters — and who ends up coming off the bench?
The talent is undeniable. But the chemistry and role acceptance? That’s what will define Duke’s ceiling this season.
One thing’s for sure — this summer is making it very hard to predict who will be starting come November.
And that might be the best news Duke fans could ask for.
