Griffin has a clear-cut NBA skill with his shooting as he's converting a remarkable 48.1% of his triples while ranking 5th in the entire NCAA in catch and shoot efficiency. Duke players have been selected by 29 of the 30 current NBA franchises, with only the Toronto Raptors having never drafted a Blue Devil. This is a game thread so go fu ck yourself with that . 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. He played college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils. 1 signing class locked in. Strengths: Moore checks quite a few boxes NBA teams look for at the small forward position. Duke: 15 P Damian Jones: 30 juin . Griffin is the fifth Duke player selected by the Atlanta Hawks franchise, joining Roshown McLeod (20th overall in 1998), Shelden Williams (fifth overall in 2006), Cam Reddish (10th overall in 2019) and, Moore becomes the third Blue Devil drafted No. Paolo Banchero drives in for reverse and-1 for Duke. During Duke's five-game stay in the Big Dance, Williams averaged 13.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and 3.2 blocks per game while shooting an eye-catching 80.6% from the field. Zion Williamson (2,941 points) - New Orleans Pelicans, 13. 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. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Mark Williams (220 points) - Charlotte Hornets, 23. pick. 1 in the 2022 NBA Draft. Banchero was named the Rookie of the Year of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) in 2022. Assuming AJ Griffin leaves, as is widely expected, that leaves Duke with 10 scholarship players. Duke basketball (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images), Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer (Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports). Thank You, Duke. 1 pick, which he's faded from somewhat over the past few months. No, he's almost sure to be a top-three pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. 11 to Cleveland, Corey Maggette No. Duke, North Carolina and the most precarious of college basketball transitions. Porter Jr. did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against Oklahoma City. His energy comes and goes, but when engaged, he does some very impressive things like sliding his feet against smaller players, putting a body on bigger guys inside and making plays getting in passing lanes or protecting the rim that suggest he could be outstanding if he brought a more consistent level of intensity on every possession. In the Lottery Era (since 1985), Duke has produced 14 top-three picks; the next-closest total nationally is five (Kentucky). 1 overall pick in the draft. Brandon Ingram (7,350 points) - New Orleans Pelicans, 4. Playoff teams looking for a readymade role player -- Bucks, Mavericks, Miami Heat, etc. For a bulky 7-footer, Williams is surprisingly active on the perimeter when placed in pick and roll situations or forced to guard smaller opponents. MBB @ Duke 2/28 7pm espn. The Blue Devils have also had at least one first-round selection in 11 of the past 12 years. Now, guys like Tshiebwe and Bacot, who are both superb rebounders, are discounted for not having more skills, but Manek, who is far less gifted, is valued for his three point shooting. Matt Babcock, our senior NBA Draft analyst, was impressed by Williams' offensive effectiveness near the rim stands out, but his defensive acumen is a huge part of what makes him a potential pro. The flop was an insult to flops . AJ Griffin (514 points) - Atlanta Hawks, 21. 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. 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. Duke basketball's present-day NBA players (in order of career points through Feb. 21, 2023): 1. Defensively, he doesn't always bring the level of physicality and intensity you might hope, having more lapses off the ball than you might hope for in a player with as much experience as he does. Meanwhile, graduate reserves Theo John and Bates Jones have exhausted their eligibility. We dont know for sure what Trevor Keels is going to do. 42 overall pick, and Duke has officially set a new program record for players selected in a single NBA Draft, with five. Not every young Duke basketball weapon would be better off moving on. 0.9996. "Playing at Duke was a dream and I feel that now is the time to 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. And retains a share of first place. Duke's 17 top-10 picks since 2000 are the most in the nation in that timeframe, four more than Kentucky (13). Those comparisons hint at some of the questions Banchero might face defensively early in his career, especially in the small-ball era where teams will likely want to see him play fairly significant minutes at center. Banchero is a potential No.1 pick. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). The Duke power forward spoke with Yahoo Sports NBA draft analyst Krysten Peek at the Barclays Center after being selected 1st overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. 1 pick speaks to the strength of this class. An NCAA-leading 23 lottery selections have come from Duke since 1999, when the Blue Devils had three. ET, ESPN and ESPN app). Optimal/practical NBA team fits: There are no shortage of NBA teams in need of a two-way wing who can space the floor, making the list of theoretical suitors for Griffin arguably the longest amongst the five Duke prospects. 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. Mason Plumlee (6,183 points) - Los Angeles Clippers, 5. Two of them were back-to-back outside the lottery in Mark Williams (Charlotte) and AJ Griffin (Atlanta) at 15 and 16 respective. Betting analysis for the 2022-2023 NBA season matchup between Denver and Memphis. It's the second time Duke has had four players selected in the first round, joining the Blue Devils' 1999 draft class. All College Basketball news fromFanSided Daily, NBA Draft 2022: Draft grades for all 1st round pick selections. Trevor Keels goes to the New York Knicks with the No. Comps at the next level (ceiling/floor): There's no shortage of high-level NBA wing players with similar physical dimensions as Moore (height/weight/wingspan), which is where teams often start their comparison-hunting. Forever Grateful. pic.twitter.com/6DyvJM8stu, "Playing in the NBA has always been a dream of mine, just as playing for Duke was when I was growing-up," Williams said. Following his freshman season, he declared for the 2022 NBA draft, where he was selected with the first overall pick by the Orlando Magic . Men's Basketball Dort was far more powerful and explosive at the same stage, while Keels is way ahead as a shooter, ball handler and passer. The Blue Devils have produced 21 first-round picks in the last nine years: Grayson Allen, Marvin Bagley III. Williams earned ACC Defensive Player of the Year honors while helping the Blue Devils reach win the ACC regular-season title and reach the Final Four. You can't talk about the NBA draft without including Kentucky and Duke. to go No. 16 overall. Who is the player of the year in every women's college basketball conference? While the talent of all five players is undeniable, NBA fans considering the landing spots of the quintet might be doing so with a healthy dose of skepticism. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. 10-20-2022, 09:06 AM #143 roywhite Member Join Date Feb 2008. 1 pick Paolo Banchero to the Orlando Magic. 1 overall picks in the NBA Draft, the most in draft history. At 6-foot-10, 250 pounds, with exceptional scoring instincts, versatility and feel for the game, Banchero won't need any time at all to transition to the NBA either physically or skill-wise. Is there a 'Duke curse' when it comes to NBA prospects? 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. pic.twitter.com/mFnh19Mhjx. Currently, players who are vaccinated are not tested for covid unless they are symptomatic, so I think this means he was symptomatic. 12-22-2022, 10:39 PM #575. dukelifer. Gambling problem? If anything, they come into the league knowing how to handle immense pressure and scrutiny and are well-versed in modern basketball principles. Class of 2004. Although his fit with Sengun is a little questionable, Williams would immediately give the NBA's worst defense a face-lift in the rim protection department. Marvin Bagley III, Jahlil Okafor and Jabari Parker are recent top-3 picks who failed to become stars at the next level. 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. Duke's 18 top-10 picks since 2000 are the most in the nation in that timeframe, four more than Kentucky (14). Monday through Friday, host Pablo Torre brings you an inside look at the most interesting stories at ESPN, as told by the top reporters and insiders on the planet. Duke has produced four 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. 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. natural ability to score the ball should generate interest from NBA The 2022 NBA draft was Thursday, June 23. 128. So as of today, with the NBA departures and one transfer, heres where Dukes roster stands. April 18, 2022 | 3:07pm PDT Big Mark is going to the big stage. pic.twitter.com/J8UhhJw330. Strengths: Williams' strengths are clear-cut: He's a high-level rim protector, vertical spacer and tremendous offensive rebounder, making him an easy fit at the NBA level. ET with coverage on ABC, ESPN and the WatchESPN app. 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. Duke has produced a total of 106 NBA Draft picks all-time. Strengths: Keels is a powerful combo guard with the exact offensive versatility teams generally covet. Draft," Keels wrote on social media. The same goes for sophomore 7-footer Mark Williams. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The Blue Devils' program-record five draftees also included Mark Williams at No. chase another dream. A new home for Michael Thomas? 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. Wendell Moore Jr. Along with New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, Philadelphia is one of four cities that has sent over 100 players to the NBA. After all, he fell completely out of the rotation in the late stages of this past campaign. On the other hand, consider that college basketball has graduated from its first year of the NIL era, where some of the nations premier talents snagged six-figure deals with their name, image, and likeness. He had an up-and-down year and as a result his draft stock has probably dropped some. 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. 26 by the Dallas Mavericks and Trevor Keels at No. 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 . I am excited to enter my name in the 2022 NBA Draft," Keels wrote on social media. Complete scouting report from Mike Schmitz (No. 33). Weaknesses: What is Keels' elite NBA skill? Can the Lions fix their defense? 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). Banchero becomes the fifth Duke player drafted No. While Brown shot just 30% from 3 at California and that's Griffin's clear NBA skill, the two hold some physical similarities and question marks in terms of decision-making. 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. 1 reason Jones vs. Gane is a can't-miss? 13 on Kyle Boone's NBA Draft Big Board and went No. "A physical and slashing guard capable of shooting the ball from pre-draft process.". He can be a bit too ball-oriented, losing sight of his man and allowing open 3s or back cuts. The same goes for sophomore 7-footer Mark Williams. Daniel Jones needs to accept franchise tag or one-year deals to get to $45 million. The Blue Devils may be among the nation's youngest teams again next season, but they will also be among the most-talented with a pair of five-star prospects in the front court. 7 Blue Devils (25 . Wendell Moore rounded out the first round for Duke at No. Marvin Bagley III (2,521 points) - Detroit Pistons, 15. On March 27, 2022, Bubba Cunningham was standing in a small circle in the . 6-keys: media/spln/collegebasketball/reg/free/stories, at 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. Jayson Tatum (9,325 points) - Boston Celtics, 3. ACC Roundup - Break Up The Yellow Jackets! Odds & lines subject to change. Heres a closer look at what to expect for these now-former Duke stars as they start their pro careers in the NBA. Seth Curry (4,659 points) - Brooklyn Nets, 7. RJ Barrett (4,514 points) - New York Knicks, 8. Betting analysis for the 2022-2023 NCAA Basketball season matchup between Duquesne and La Salle. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. 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 | NBA: Raptors 93, Cavaliers 118. Griffin, like a teenage Brown, is also an underrated ball handler relative to his frame and length, which gives him similar upside as a shot creator that Brown's biggest naysayers didn't believe he had. Tre Jones (1,170 points) - San Antonio Spurs, 19. teams. 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. Thank you Duke In other words, Banchero, Griffin, and Williams would be wise to leave now if their goal is to secure a guaranteed NBA contract without any further delay or risk. joining freshman Paolo Banchero, sophomore A strong finish to the season would position Moore well in that crop. 1 overall pick. Williams isn't quite as agile on the perimeter as Robinson, while the Knicks' big man never showed the same glimpses of passing as Duke's 20-year-old sophomore. RELATED: Stacking up all 26 Blue Devil one-and-dones in history. Quickley did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against Toronto. Sterling Brown is a realistic floor for Keels. Mark Williams gets up for the jam with help from Paolo Banchero. The team's best season was 1998, when they were undefeated (37wins) and finished #1 in the USA Today polls. The franchise to have drafted the most Blue Devils is Detroit (nine), followed by seven for Chicago, and six each for Golden State and Boston. With three quality options to choose from with the No. Chet Holmgren, the top ranked recruit in the 2021 class, has committed to Gonzaga. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA draft, the Orlando Magic landed on Duke's Paolo Banchero. No other ACC team has produced five or more selections in a single draft since the draft went to just two rounds in 1989. Aucun choix de draft cette saison. There were five Duke players selected in the NBA draft, which set a new program record. 6/22/2022 3:35:00 PM. 24) and Wendell Moore Jr. (No. SG / 6-6 / 190. Matchs Summer League. The Celtics center has emerged as one of the league's most underrated bigs thanks to his combination of lob-catching, rebounding, rim protection and passing. Freshman sensation Paolo Banchero is not in that group. The win sends UNC to the title game while it ends the Coach K era and Duke's season in the process. Call it a modern-day Duke basketball rite of spring. Jack White (12 points) - Denver Nuggets (two-way contract), 26. 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