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Duke's Dominance Continues: Top Recruit Jordan Smith Jr. Awaits

12/22/2025

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The Duke Blue Devils, led by Jon Scheyer, opened the 2025-26 season 11-1 and No. 3.
They have sustained strong play despite losses from last year’s Final Four, underscoring Scheyer’s coaching and recruiting.
Duke pursues five-star guard Jordan Smith Jr., the top 2026 combo guard, with Arkansas, Syracuse, Kentucky, Indiana, and Georgetown in contention.
A prediction suggests Smith Jr. may commit to Duke, potentially making him a future star.

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Story summary

The Duke Blue Devils, led by Jon Scheyer, opened the 2025-26 season 11-1 and No. 3.
They have sustained strong play despite losses from last year’s Final Four, underscoring Scheyer’s coaching and recruiting.
Duke pursues five-star guard Jordan Smith Jr., the top 2026 combo guard, with Arkansas, Syracuse, Kentucky, Indiana, and Georgetown in contention.
A prediction suggests Smith Jr. may commit to Duke, potentially making him a future star.