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When Duke landed Dame Sarr, they knew they were getting a gifted scorer with pro-level instincts. What they didn’t expect? That he’d make such a strong case to start — immediately. Fast forward to summer practices in Durham, and Sarr is doing more than just blending in. He’s dominating stretches of scrimmage play, flashing deep range, high IQ, and a confidence you just can’t teach. “He doesn’t look like a freshman,” one source close to the team said. “He looks like someone who’s already played in big games.” That’s great news for Duke fans… but it’s also creating a massive…
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…
Unconventional. Relentless. Game-Changing. The SEC might not be ready for what Jon Scheyer is cooking in Durham. When word started circulating about Duke’s summer practices this offseason, rival coaches didn’t shrug. They flinched. “Is this even legal?” one high-major assistant coach reportedly muttered after getting a glimpse of Duke’s new practice setup. What they saw wasn’t just different—it was disruptive. And it’s turning heads for all the right (or terrifying) reasons. Jon Scheyer isn’t easing into a rebuild or resting on the success of last season’s Final Four. He’s detonating convention. Gone are the scripted, coach-led reps. Instead, practices are…
The Rapid Rise of Dame Sarr Is Changing Everything at Duke Dame Sarr wasn’t supposed to be the guy. Not yet. Not in July. When Duke secured the commitment of the 6’5” sharpshooting guard, most analysts pegged him as a “development piece.” Someone who could stretch the floor, maybe provide shooting off the bench, and learn the system behind older guards. But someone forgot to tell Dame Sarr that. From the moment summer practice tipped off, Sarr has played like he’s got something to prove — and now he’s forcing Jon Scheyer and the coaching staff to reconsider everything. “He’s…
When summer practice started in Durham, Duke fans had a pretty good idea of who the starting five would be. Veteran leadership, high-profile freshmen, returning contributors — it all seemed set in stone. But now? Let’s just say one player is making Jon Scheyer seriously reconsider things. Sources close to the program say Caleb Foster has come into this offseason with a new level of polish, purpose, and maturity. Gone is the streaky freshman trying to find his role — in his place is a sophomore who looks like he expects to lead. “He’s controlling tempo, calling out sets, pushing…
When Kentucky fans scanned the list of transfers Mark Pope brought in this offseason, some names popped more than others. But one player is forcing everyone — including the coaching staff — to pay closer attention. Mo Dioubate, the high-motor forward who transferred in with little national buzz, has been lighting up summer practices in ways no one saw coming. Coaches describe him as “relentless”, “fearless”, and “the loudest voice on the floor.” He’s defending every position, grabbing every loose ball, and bringing a level of toughness that Kentucky desperately needed. “He sets the tone,” one assistant said. “There are…
When Mark Pope took over the Kentucky Wildcats, fans knew change was coming — but no one expected this. Reports from inside the Joe Craft Center have one theme in common: intensity. And not just your typical “grind it out” summer workouts. We’re talking full-speed scrimmages, positionless drills, NBA-style spacing experiments, and a pace that one insider called “borderline reckless — but brilliant.” One assistant reportedly told a recruit’s family, “We’re not practicing for November. We’re preparing for April.” That mindset has created a frenzy inside the program — and fear outside of it. Rival coaches are already raising eyebrows.…
One Kentucky Wildcat is TURNING HEADS in Summer Practice When sharpshooter Koby Brea transferred out of Kentucky, many fans were left wondering who would step up to fill his void. His ability to stretch the floor, knock down threes under pressure, and provide veteran leadership was going to be tough to replace. But inside Kentucky’s closed summer practices… a new name is starting to echo through the halls of the Joe Craft Center — and it’s not who you think. According to multiple sources inside the program, Denzel Aberdeen is making waves with his confidence, quickness, and scoring ability —…
Something subtle — but massive — is happening in Durham. If you’ve watched Duke basketball long enough, you know what summer practices typically look like: competitive fire, full-court intensity, voices echoing through the gym. But this offseason? It feels… different. Insiders are calling it a culture shift, and it’s being driven directly by Jon Scheyer. > “He’s changing the way Duke thinks about the game,” one former player who attended a recent practice told us. “This isn’t about hype anymore. It’s about habits.” Less Noise, More Nuance Instead of leaning into emotion and intensity, Scheyer is emphasizing clarity, control, and…
Scheyer’s Risky Summer Bet at Duke Has the Basketball World Watching Jon Scheyer isn’t playing it safe this summer. Instead of running back the same intensity-driven practices that Duke fans have come to expect, Scheyer is testing something… unconventional. And while insiders say it’s bold, others are quietly asking: Is this too much, too soon? The Risk? Reinventing Duke’s Identity For years, Duke’s practices were about fire. Competitive edge. Outworking the guy across from you. That legacy, shaped by Coach K, was as much a part of Duke’s brand as the banners in Cameron Indoor. But this summer, there’s been…