Duke ranks No. 2 in ESPN's Way-Too-Early Top 25 for next season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 8:33 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Duke is positioned at No. 2 in ESPN's Way-Too-Early Top 25 for the upcoming college basketball season. Head coach Jon Scheyer returns a roster featuring Cayden Boozer, Caleb Foster, Dame Sarr, and Patrick Ngongba, alongside notable transfers including John Blackwell. Following a disappointing season, the Blue Devils are seen as strong contenders for the national title, backed by a deep pool of talent and the nation's second-ranked recruiting class. Duke's pursuit of its sixth national championship will take center stage next season.
- •Duke returns key players after an unsuccessful season.
- •Jon Scheyer's squad includes multiple top recruits and transfers.
- •The team is viewed as a favorite for the national championship.
- •Duke's roster depth is highlighted as a significant strength.
- •The college basketball season begins in the coming months.
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Duke comes in at No. 2 in ESPN's Way-Too-Early Top 25
"Duke and head coach Jon Scheyer returns a talented team that will be one of the favorites to win the national championship next season.
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