Sion James attends Duke football game against former team Tulane

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Sion James attends Duke football game against former team Tulane
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Charlotte Hornets guard Sion James returned to campus Saturday to observe the football game between Duke and Tulane in Durham. The event marked a reunion for the player, who spent his final collegiate season at Duke after completing his first four years with the Tulane program. Duke concluded the contest with a 17-3 victory over the Green Wave in the team's first home game of the season. During the matchup, James spoke with the ACC Network on the sidelines regarding his transition between the two universities. He also discussed his preparations for the upcoming sophomore season with the Charlotte Hornets, who finished the previous campaign one game outside of the playoff picture.

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  • Duke defeated Tulane 17-3 in the team's home opener on September 6, 2026.
  • Sion James played four seasons at Tulane before transferring to Duke for his final year.
  • James averaged 8.6 points and 4.2 rebounds during his tenure at Duke.
  • The Charlotte Hornets guard is preparing for his second professional season.
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  • 2:58 PMYahoo SportsNotable former Blue Devil returns to campus for Duke vs. Tulane
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Charlotte Hornets guard Sion James was in attendance to watch both of his former schools play Saturday in Durham.

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