The Wizards announced that Porzingis is week-to-week with a sprained left ankle. Gambling problem? His shot-blocking prowess should translate well to the NBA on defense, and he has the athleticism to develop into a quality pick-and-roll defender over time. Duke players have been selected by 29 of the 30 current NBA franchises, with only the Toronto Raptors having never drafted a Blue Devil. Staying in school now, with NIL cash, may prove to be more tempting for second round picks and guys who are unlikely to be drafted. The Detroit Pistons would be an excellent fit for Banchero, pairing him with a fellow cornerstone backcourt player in Cade Cunningham with some good young pieces to play alongside in Saddiq Bey and Isaiah Stewart. 3. Optimal/practical NBA team fits: A team that values Keels' defensive toughness and isn't overly enamored with length, burst and explosiveness would be ideal for a player like Keels. Romeo Langford, Theo Pinson and Josh Green are some other less successful players that come to mind. And retains a share of first place. No, hes almost sure to be a top-three pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Rises when the lights get bright. While thats an impressive showing for one program, its just shy of the record in the common draft era. 27 in Top 100). If Keels were able to get himself into better shape and turn his shooting stroke into a real asset, Desmond Bane is a best-case prototype for him to model his game after. However, keep in mind that they either are walk-ons or initially arrived at Duke as walk-ons, and none have yet exhibited enough promise to earn minutes as Blue Devils outside of the garbage-time variety. Duke won another critical game Friday night, beating ACC power NC State 77-62. I might be able to handle a low-stakes preseason, but with 28 or more Duke players in the NBA, we may have reached the point where almost every game in the regular season will have at least one of them in action. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. NBA mock draft season is in full swing. Weaknesses: The biggest question Williams has to answer is whether or not he'll get played off the floor against small-ball teams in the NBA. There's a deep class of wing prospects vying for those spots in the late first and early second rounds, but also quite a bit of demand. The Devils in the NBA page was last updated during the NBA Finals. The Blue Devils' program-record five draftees also included Mark Williams at No. Quickley did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against Toronto. Matchs Summer League. Paolo Banchero kicked things off when the. 1 overall pick. Two of them were back-to-back outside the lottery in Mark Williams (Charlotte) and AJ Griffin (Atlanta) at 15 and 16 respective. 7 Blue Devils (25 . to go No. Class of 2022. 42 overall pick, and Duke has officially set a new program record for players selected in a single NBA Draft, with five. After a back-and-forth game, the Tar Heels pulled away late led by Caleb Love's 3-pointer with 28 seconds left and free throws in the final seconds to win 81-77. But it's hard to look at the school that produced Tatum, Irving, Ingram, JJ Redick, Seth Curry, Gary Trent Jr., Grayson Allen, Wendell Carter Jr., not to mention Grant Hill, Elton Brand, Shane Battier, Carlos Boozer, Mike Dunleavy Jr., Luol Deng, Corey Maggette -- and many more -- and say those guys were failures because they went to Duke. 10-20-2022, 09:06 AM #143 roywhite Member Join Date Feb 2008. This list, which will update here whenever related moves happen, is for those who want to stay up to date with NBA Blue Devils but easily forget who plays where every year. NBA: Raptors 93, Cavaliers 118. Thats true for Bacot at UNC as well and certainly Tshiebwe at Kentucky, where he could end up making quite a bit. New contracts. Under the protocol they are required to isolate, so he will not be on the bench and will not travel with the team until cleared. Copyright BasketballNews.com 2020. Paolo Banchero kicked things off when the Orlando Magic took him with the No. Williams is the fourth Blue Devil selected by the Charlotte Hornets franchise, joining Gerald Henderson (12th overall in 2009), Frank Jackson (31st overall in 2017) and Vernon Carey Jr., (32nd overall in 2020). The Thunder and their treasure-trove of picks also make some sense as Williams' vertical spacing would further unlock Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's playmaking, and he gives the Thunder -- who have been playing Jeremiah Robinson-Earl at center -- a dimension its roster currently doesn't have. 33). No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. The 2022 NBA draft was Thursday, June 23. PG / 6-7 / 192. No prospect improved his draft stock more than 6-5 freshman guard Trevor Keels last night. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. He's not the forceful rebounder he could be, with some scouts questioning his toughness. Griffin would fit perfectly alongside De'Aaron Fox, Davion Mitchell and Domantas Sabonis, and could learn from a pro like Harrison Barnes (even if he's a Tar Heel). Anunoby did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against New York. 26 by the Dallas Mavericks and Trevor Keels at No. With every NBA team looking for ball-handling, passing bigs in the Banchero mold, Williams still has questions to answer in those areas. He had an up-and-down year and as a result his draft stock has probably dropped some. We dont know for sure what Trevor Keels is going to do. What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, Sizing up the player of the year winners in all 32 Division I men's conferences. There's little downside to an ultra-confident guard like Keels, as he's at the very least a longtime NBA rotation player. 42 by the New York Knicks. For Duke, NBADraft.net lists the prospects thusly: The first thing to note is the influence of Europe, where big men have long had all the skills. The 1999 draft saw Duke become the first college program in NBA history to boast four first-rounders as Elton Brand went No. A far better shooter than his percentages suggest, Keels can add value in catch-and-shoot situations while also picking apart a shifting defense out of second-side pick-and-roll opportunities. Gambling problem? Jalen Johnson (339 points) - Atlanta Hawks, 22. While Brown was a four-year player at SMU and a mid-second-round pick, like Keels, he was a floor-spacing guard who had an inherent toughness and turned into a sound positional passer. Should Oklahoma City fall out of the Banchero-Jabari Smith-Chet Holmgren sweepstakes, Griffin would give Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a valuable young wing defender who can knock down open 3s and potentially evolve into the Thunder's missing perimeter piece. Comps at the next level (ceiling/floor): Although they have a very different shot profile at the same stage, Jaylen Brown is a best-case outcome for Griffin. For the first time since 1980, Duke will go into a season with a new coach on the sidelines. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. 1 in the 2022 NBA Draft. Draft," Keels wrote on social media. The 2020 draft ended a streak of six years in which Duke had a player selected in the top 3 overall the longest streak by any program all-time. You can never have enough guards who can shoot, defend and pass around Giannis Antetokounmpo. Listen, Optimal/practical NBA team fits: The NBA is so starved for depth at the wing position that it would be easier to point to teams that don't need a player in Moore's mold than teams that do, such as any of the playoff teams picking in the late first round: the Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls, Denver Nuggets or Milwaukee Bucks. They've had some busts (Bagley III, Parker, Okafor, Shelden Williams), and some guys that haven't quite turned out quite the way we thought (Williamson and RJ Barrett so far). A new home for Michael Thomas? Duke's single-draft record for selections is four, set in 1986, 1999, 2017 and 2018. Celeste Taylor scored 21 points, six . That leaves three pivotal pieces we havent mentioned here yet. So lets do that now, one at a time, explaining why it might be in eachs best financial interest to stick around another year and join forces with the programs six-deep, top-ranked incoming recruiting class. He becomes the 10th top-two pick in Duke history, the 17th Blue Devil to be selected in the top three, the 19th in the top five and 27th in the top 10. ACC Roundup - Break Up The Yellow Jackets! Kyrie Irving (15,286 points) - Dallas Mavericks 2. Comps at the next level (ceiling/floor): There aren't many players in the NBA with Williams' sheer length (7-7 wingspan), yet there is no shortage of effective centers who have carved out a role as lob-catching, shot-blocking bigs. pic.twitter.com/mFnh19Mhjx. Jayson Tatum, Kyrie Irving, Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson are all recent top-3 picks from Duke who became NBA All-Stars. 1 overall pick in Paolo Banchero to the Orlando Magic. He's demonstrated no 3-point shot but projects as a rim-runner on offense who can make a living finishing lobs from the dunker's spot and cleaning up messes. Williams becomes the first Duke player drafted No. Mike Schmitz is an NBA Draft expert and a contributor to DraftExpress.com, a private scouting and analytics service utilized by NBA, NCAA and International teams. Duke has produced a total of 106 NBA Draft picks all-time. A lot of high-leapers will garner the label of "freak athlete . The 19-year-old's strong presence in the paint and skilled footwork are . 14 to Minnesota. Best player on the floor. The powerful paint attacks were clear, but I loved the poise/passing & defense. Though 32 current Duke players are active in the NBA, per Basketball-Reference, not all of the school's most heralded pro prospects have developed according to plan. 2022 NBA Draft prospects: Brady Manek, Jeremy Roach among players to watch in Duke vs. UNC in Final Four - DraftKings Nation March Madness 2023 College Basketball NBA Draft Under the radar players to watch in the Final Four of NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Even though Moore has been a starter for the better part of three years, he's only two months older than Kentucky's Washington Jr., and is younger than many of the sophomores projected to be drafted. Mike Krzyzewski didnt win a title on his way out the door, but he did set a new program record after a massive showing at the draft on Thursday night. Basically, teams that have had success with run-and-jump style bigs in the past. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. For as good as he can be at the point of attack, he's had his struggles with quicker perimeter players, and has had his forgettable moments in terms of effort and ball screen navigation. "Playing at Duke was a dream and I feel that now is the time to chase another dream. So as of today, with the NBA departures and one transfer, here's where Duke's roster stands. Gregg Popovich traditionally likes bigs who can transfer the ball side to side and keep the offense flowing, but Williams certainly fills a need if the Spurs buy his potential as a passer, at least to the level of a Jakob Poeltl-type. On March 27, 2022, Bubba Cunningham was standing in a small circle in the . 2023 Duke Athletics. Griffin will take aggressive angles on the ball too often, allowing straight line drives to the rim more than you'd hope from a prospect with defensive stopper potential. Dragic is questionable for Monday's (Jan. 23) game against Atlanta. In each of the last 11 NBA drafts, Duke has had at least one player selected.. pre-draft process.". Iowa's Keegan Murray is having one of the best seasons in college basketball and his excellent play has helped his draft stock quite a bit . By JD King Apr 18, 2022,. All rights reserved, The All 22 - An Inside Look at Duke Football, Duke Finishes Perfect at Cameron, Beats State, 71-67, Duke Hosts NC State in Regular Season Home Finale, Roach's Double-Double Leads Duke Past Hokies, 81-65, Duke Takes on Virginia Tech Saturday Night at Cameron. "There are very few bigs of his ilk in this draft, and his consistency as an around-the-rim scorer and shot-blocker should make him a lock to go inside the top 20.". Kyrie Irving (15,286 points) - Dallas Mavericks, 2. This go-round shall be no different, except that the leftovers could constitute a historic low for returning scholarship players. Griffin becomes the first Blue Devil drafted No. Justise Winslow (2,829 points) - Portland Trail Blazers, 14. Duke's 18 top-10 picks since 2000 are the most in the nation in that timeframe, four more than Kentucky (14). Duke has produced five No. Drafts. 5), Mark . Duke has produced a total of 101 NBA Draft picks all-time. Williams' offensive effectiveness near the rim stands out, but his defensive acumen is a huge part of what makes him a potential pro. Griffin would also be an interesting fit next to Pacers guards Tyrese Haliburton and Chris Duarte, giving Indiana a level of pop those two lack on the perimeter, while being able to add value without needing much volume given his spot shooting. Whichever team wins the lottery is going to have a tough decision on their hands. 329m goal: Felix the only men's contender for Chelsea's Goal of the Month. Keels is the fourth Duke player to enter this year's draft, Banchero, Smith, and Holmgren are all seen as contenders . Complete scouting report from Mike Schmitz (No. Matt Babcock, our senior NBA Draft analyst, was impressed by Austin Rivers (5,988 points) - Minnesota Timberwolves, 6. I'm personally not a fan of putting a large group of players in one uniform category for no other reason than what color uniforms they wear. 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Patrick Williams is another physical combo forward who rose in the pre-draft process due to his age, tools and glimpses of skill. Apr 2, 2022; New Orleans, LA, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Trevor Keels (1) shoots the ball during the second half against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the 2022 NCAA men's basketball. Duke has set its program single-draft record with 5 selections in the 2022 #NBA Draft, Banchero #1 by MagicWilliams #15 by HornetsGriffin #16 by HawksMoore #26 by DallasKeels #42 by Knicks, Duke's previous draft record for selections was 4 ('86, '99, '17, '18)#DukeMBBStats, #DukeMBBStats (@DukeMBBStats) June 24, 2022. 1 overall to Chicago, Trajan Langdon No. Early life Defensively, Griffin also has a chance to be highly impactful and versatile, even if he's still learning the nuances of on-and-off ball defense at this stage of his development. Moore can look toward versatile wing such as Shake Milton, who also was a prolific passer in college, and hope to replicate some of his success. Weaknesses: While NBA teams all uniformly love Banchero's talent, some have questions about how much his style of play will translate to winning, at least early in his career, if he doesn't improve his shortcomings. Hall of Fame head coach Mike Krzyzewski, who retired from coaching following the 2021-22 season, has mentored 46 first-rounders and 29 Lottery picks. That group will be primarily observing the work of five Duke players who appeared in or near the first round of ESPN's latest 2022 NBA mock draft: Paolo . As first-year coach Jon Scheyer inherits the program from the legendary Mike Krzyzewski, he will likely be dealing with an overhauled roster. Zion Williamson (2,941 points) - New Orleans Pelicans, 13. 5 amid Smith talks, O's, Pirates play ump-less bottom of ninth inning, Rangers clear hurdles, get Kane from Blackhawks, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West. NBA Draft prospects 2022: Ranking the 10 best Duke, UNC, Kansas, Villanova players in Final Four | Sporting News ILST BRAD 71 69 OT - 4:34 MSST ALA 2 43 36 2nd Half - 15:11 IND MINN 37 34. Banchero doesn't always bring the level of engagement you might hope on either end of the floor in terms of the consistency of his approach. 23), Trevor Keels (No. The Duke player should have got Td up for that. Among the most prolific college basketball programs in generating NBA Draft picks, Duke now boasts 106 overall selections one of just four college programs all-time to surpass 100 picks. 2023 Duke Athletics. But after a night of shifting oddsmaking, the Magic picked the Blue Devil, giving Duke Basketball a record 5th No. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Frank Jackson(1,816 points) - Utah Jazz (10-day contract), 17. The Mavericks come to mind, as Doncic hasn't quite had a lob threat and rim protector like Williams since playing with Edy Tavares in Real Madrid. Are PSG better off without Neymar in big games? He's making 40% of his 3-pointers on the season and is a career 80% free throw shooter in 94 games in our database. Like Boston's starting center, Mark Williams has a similarly massive standing reach, can block jump shots like few bigs in all of basketball and is also somewhat underrated in his ability to make basic reads on the perimeter. Men's Basketball Trevor Keels (0 points) - New York Knicks (10-day contract). All Rights Reserved. Both guys have had first-round buzz and, if they enter the draft process, could make strong impressions. His balance and physicality leave something to be desired, which shows both as a finisher, interior defender and defensive rebounder at times. 26 overall, Moore is the fourth player drafted by the Mavericks, joining Jay Bilas (108th overall in 1986), Phil Henderson (49th overall in 1990) and Cherokee Parks (12th overall) in 1995. Coach K's 42 first-round picks are the most by a college coach in the history of the NBA Draft. ACC Roundup - Florida State Nearly Pulls Off Another Comeback, A Chance To Help A Good Cause - And Possibly Win A Scheyer-Signed Basketball. Betting analysis for the 2022-2023 NBA season matchup between Denver and Memphis. Shortly after a season ends, several Blue Devils with eligibility remaining announce their plans to bolt from Durham via an early declaration to the pro ranks or a dive into a transfer portal that no longer requires first-timers to spend a year on the sidelines. It was another historic night for Duke Basketball when it comes to the NBA Draft. La saison 2022-2023 du Jazz de l'Utah est la 49 e saison de la franchise en National Basketball Association . Banchero is also a capable shooter, averaging one 3-pointer per game, 77% of his free throw attempts and a significant volume of mid-range jumpers and difficult short-range attempts, demonstrating his soft touch as a scorer that bodes well for his chances of extending his range and becoming more consistent from the perimeter in time. In BasketballNews.com's most recent 2022 NBA Mock Draft, Keels is projected "Down the stretch for Duke, Williams emerged as its most dominant defender, showing why his length and shot-blocking can project to the NBA and make him a starting-caliber center," Boone wrote. The team's best season was 1998, when they were undefeated (37wins) and finished #1 in the USA Today polls. Jokic did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against Oklahoma City. Heres a closer look at what to expect for these now-former Duke stars as they start their pro careers in the NBA. He can be a bit too ball-oriented, losing sight of his man and allowing open 3s or back cuts. It was a surprise, as for the past month, there was a consensus view that the top-3 of the draft was going to go Jabari Smith to Orlando, Chet Holmgren to Oklahoma City, and Banchero to Houston. Paolo Banchero drives in for reverse and-1 for Duke. Banchero is the fifth No. Seventeen of Duke's last 22 NBA Draft picks, and 24 of the last 32, have come in the first round, including 16 lottery picks. Seth Curry (4,659 points) - Brooklyn Nets, 7. RJ Barrett (4,514 points) - New York Knicks, 8. Jayson Tatum (9,325 points) - Boston Celtics, 3. five-star high school recruit," Babcock said. Where Duke Players Stand In This 2022 NBA Mock Draft, DBR Podcast #494: Physical Duke Clinches Perfect Cameron Record, ACC Roundup - Florida State Nearly Pulls Off Another Comeback. natural ability to score the ball should generate interest from NBA release and has proven to be a tough shot-maker. Wendell Moore Jr. gets the and-1 bucket after he bowls over a defender. The same goes for sophomore 7-footer Mark Williams. Despite a wide base and not the most traditional mechanics, Griffin is as close to automatic as you'll see from an 18-year-old with his physical tools. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: collegebasketball | pageType: stories | 24) and Wendell Moore Jr. (No. Brandon Ingram (7,350 points) - New Orleans Pelicans, 4. joining freshman Paolo Banchero, sophomore Not every young Duke basketball weapon would be better off moving on. The Sacramento Kings, which have been in the market for a rangy wing for years, comes to mind. With three quality options to choose from with the No. A Chance To Help A Good Cause - And Possibly Win A Scheyer-Signed Basketball. The former five-star prospect blossomed in his second season with the Blue Devils and put his development on display in the NCAA Tournament. He's a multi-positional defender as well, typically asked to guard the opposing team's best perimeter player, whether that's a point guard or wing as well, although the make-up of this year's roster doesn't require that. Duke's 17 top-10 picks since 2000 are the most in the nation in that timeframe, four more than Kentucky (13). Former Duke Players Currently In The NBA * NBA stats from the 2022-2023 season. In the new era, player turnover is really kind of manic. Tyus Jones (3,366 points) - Memphis Grizzlies, 10. It's very possible that the high stakes of the NCAA tournament brings back that same level of engagement from Banchero we saw early in the season, which would put him squarely back in the conversation for the No. Includes ats, over/under and straight up odds analysis. Duke: 15 P Damian Jones: 30 juin . The flop was an insult to flops . Feb 15, 2023. If he can develop in that department as his career moves forward, it is difficult to see him completely failing, as switchable wings who can make an open shot and keep the ball moving offensively are extremely valuable these days. Duke, North Carolina and the most precarious of college basketball transitions. Orlando is another, as he's versatile enough to play alongside either Wendell Carter Jr. or Mo Bamba, while providing another playmaker to pair with Cole Anthony, Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner. Looking good for some Devils - but not all. Editor and publisher of Blue Devil Country. Summer League Total: 3-5: Salt Lake City Summer League : 0-3 Match Date match . One would think senior Joey Baker, with one year of eligibility remaining due to the NCAAs gift of an extra year to every 2020-21 participant in the country, might seek a transfer destination where he can contribute regularly. Banchero is not nearly as explosive as Griffin was at his peak, but was also far more skilled from the perimeter at the same age, which can similarly be said in comparison with Randle, who also didn't start shooting 3s in earnest until his fifth NBA season. The win sends UNC to the title game while it ends the Coach K era and Duke's season in the process. The two schools have lapped the rest of the country when it comes to churning out pros. With positional 1 pick Paolo Banchero to the Orlando Magic. Optimal/practical NBA team fits: Banchero's ability to play both power forward or center, and operate equally effectively on the perimeter or the paint, makes him an easy player to fit onto almost any NBA roster. Like Brown as an 18-year-old, Griffin has the tools to be a multi-positional defender who can hang his hat on that end of the floor early in his career. Sort: Player (A-Z) Col umns: Swipe 48 players found. Sort: Player (A-Z) Col umns: Swipe 26 players found. And, as per usual, those professional projections are putting a number of Duke men's basketball players under the microscope as the No. AJ Griffin's offense comes through late in the second half as he knocks down three shots to help Duke create a comfortable lead. Therefore, stay-or-go decisions should be more complicated for those holding relatively uncertain draft stocks. You have to wonder if someone like DJ Steward regrets missing out on that when he left Duke after last season. 1 pick in Duke. Mark Williams gets up for the jam with help from Paolo Banchero. Everything you need to know about F1's 2023 season, F1 season preview: Who's hot and who's not, Here's everything you missed this week in professional golf, How to watch PGA Tour's Arnold Palmer Invitational on ESPN+. 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He can be a ball-stopper who tends to let defenders off the hook by settling for difficult shots in the mid-range, doesn't always play with the type of physicality you might hope and has some lazy habits off the ball defensively that better teams in the ACC have punished for easy points. There was already hype for it, considering that there were five draft-eligible players projected to go somewhere in the top-45 picks. 3 in Top 100). He's already mastered the tap-out to create extra possessions, and his 13.2 offensive rebounding percentage is one of the best in the country. Former Duke Players Who Played In The NBA * Including anyone currently in the NBA; NBA career stats since the 1946-1947 season. 7. Weaknesses: Griffin entered his freshman season trying to do too much offensively, leading to questions about his feel for the game and skill level. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Chris Webber is another comparison teams may point to skill-wise, although he played in a different era in which NBA big men didn't shoot 3-pointers as today's game. teams. 10-seeded Miami 79-61 in the second round of March Madness. ESPN's NBA experts Jonathan Givony and Mike Schmitz considered the question, not only weighing on the notion of historical Duke struggles in the NBA but also evaluating the strengths, weaknesses, NBA comps and optimum NBA team fits for each of the 2022 five. Duke's Paolo Banchero was selection No. This season, the 18-year-old averaged 11.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, His pick came as a bit of a surprise, as many expected that Jabari Smith was going off the board first, though he dropped to No. Strengths: Keels is a powerful combo guard with the exact offensive versatility teams generally covet. Some scouts questioning his toughness Winslow ( 2,829 points ) - Atlanta Hawks, 22 to! 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