Duke Blue Devils represented by 10 players in NBA top-100 rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
ESPN has released its annual rankings of the top-100 NBA players as the 2026-27 season approaches, featuring 10 alumni from Duke. Among them, RJ Barrett is ranked at No. 99 after averaging 18.9 points over seven seasons. Cameron Boozer, the No. 3 overall pick, lands at No. 85, while recent Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg sits at No. 23. Notable appearances include Jayson Tatum, positioned at No. 9, as he looks to build on his recovery from an Achilles injury. The complete rankings illustrate Duke's continuing influence on the NBA.
- •Cameron Boozer ranked No. 85; RJ Barrett at No. 99.
- •Cooper Flagg earns No. 23 ranking; Jayson Tatum is No. 9.
- •Duke features ten alumni in ESPN's top-100 list.
- •Rankings showcase Duke's impact on current NBA player performance.
- •Season starts soon, with players looking to improve their rankings.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Where do Duke Blue Devils rank among top-100 players in the NBA?
"10 different Duke alumni were included in ESPN's list ranking the top-100 NBA players.
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