Duke offers five-star recruit Demarcus Henry amid UNC rivalry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 5:51 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Five-star small forward Demarcus Henry announced on social media that he received an offer from the Duke Blue Devils on August 15, 2026. The 6-foot-7, 190-pound prospect, who holds 29 offers, is a key target for both Duke and North Carolina as they compete for his commitment. Henry, ranked No. 4 nationally and No. 1 small forward by 247Sports, has also attracted interest from other major programs such as Kansas, Arkansas, Kentucky, UConn, and Louisville. The recruitment is set to heat up with the upcoming visit season as both schools position themselves in the race for Henry's talent.
- •Demarcus Henry, a top 2027 prospect, announces Duke offer.
- •UNC has been targeting Henry as part of their recruiting efforts.
- •Henry has 29 offers from various prominent college programs.
- •He is ranked No. 4 nationally and No. 1 in Arizona by 247Sports.
- •Recruitment heats up as fall visit season approaches.
- 5:51 PMYahoo Sports — UNC, Duke set to battle for five-star recruit in 2027 class
"Will it be a Blue Blood recruiting battle between UNC and Duke for Demarcus Henry.
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