Duke adds KJ Conklin and Alexander Powell to basketball staff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Duke University has announced the hiring of KJ Conklin as an assistant coach and the creation of a new front office position for Alexander Powell, who will serve as the executive director of basketball. Conklin replaces Evan Bradds, who left to coach Belmont, bringing G League coaching experience to the Blue Devils' program. Powell's role focuses on navigating the NIL and involves salary cap management and analytics. These changes aim to enhance Duke's competitive edge in college basketball.
- •KJ Conklin replaces Evan Bradds as an assistant coach.
- •Alexander Powell assumes the new role of executive director of basketball.
- •Conklin has experience coaching in the G League.
- •Powell specializes in salary cap management and analytics.
- •Duke aims to navigate NIL challenges effectively.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — DBR Podcast #826: A Dynamic Duo Joins The Duke staff
"Scheyer adds a new coach and creates new front office position.
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