Sebastian Wilkins shows growth for Duke after redshirt season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Sebastian Wilkins is making a strong impact for Duke basketball following his redshirt year. Under head coach Jon Scheyer, Wilkins embraced the opportunity to develop skills and learn from teammates during the previous season. In a preseason exhibition against Belmont on October 8, he contributed eight points, six rebounds, and two steals. Coaches and teammates have noted his improved performance and commitment to team success, demonstrating his readiness to take on a larger role this season. Wilkins credits the lessons learned during his redshirt year for his growth as a player.
- •Wilkins redshirted last season as Duke reached the Elite Eight.
- •He contributed eight points and six rebounds in a recent exhibition.
- •Wilkins has embraced his role and focused on team success.
- •Teammates have recognized significant improvements in his game.
- •Coaches praise his ability to impact winning as a key player.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — How Duke basketball's Sebastian Wilkins used his redshirt year 'the best way'
"Sebastian Wilkins is turning patience into opportunity after his redshirt freshman season with Duke basketball.
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