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Patrick Ngongba Returns to Duke, Boosts Stats Over Draft

7/1/2026

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Patrick Ngongba decided to return to Duke for a season after program kept three starters, added two transfers and secured the No. 1 recruiting class.
He raised his averages to 10.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 blocks per game, from 3.9 points and 2.7 rebounds.
Analysts said his stay looks smarter than the draft, while former teammate Isaiah Evans entered the NBA and reportedly left millions on the table.

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Patrick Ngongba decided to return to Duke for a season after program kept three starters, added two transfers and secured the No. 1 recruiting class.
He raised his averages to 10.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 blocks per game, from 3.9 points and 2.7 rebounds.
Analysts said his stay looks smarter than the draft, while former teammate Isaiah Evans entered the NBA and reportedly left millions on the table.