Duke basketball faces key challenges as 2026-27 season approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Duke Blue Devils prepare for the 2026-27 college basketball season with high expectations after a disappointing Elite Eight exit against UConn. Analyst Isaac Trotter highlights that Duke, under Coach Jon Scheyer, has reached the Elite Eight three times but is yet to secure a national title. With a top recruiting class incoming and strong transfers, questions remain about whether Duke can finally overcome previous disappointments and win a championship. The season begins in under 100 days, raising anticipation around the team's ability to close out games successfully.
- •Duke lost a 17-point lead in the Elite Eight against UConn.
- •Scheyer has reached the Elite Eight three times in four years.
- •The team welcomes the top recruiting class for the upcoming season.
- •Duke has not won a national title in 10 years.
- •Questions remain about Scheyer's ability to win a championship.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Analyst Reveals Biggest Question for Duke Basketball in 2026-27 Season
"A CBS Sports college basketball analyst reveals the biggest question for Duke Basketball program in 2026-27 season
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