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We think so. </description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:39:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4611,h_2593,x_1930,y_104/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpgj597vyf61m3p6jf.jpg" caption="Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard Braeden Carrington (0) and guard John Blackwell (25) react during the second half of a first round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Braulio Perez"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>With Darian Mensah gone, ESPN has placed Duke’s entire 2026 hopes on one player</title><link>https://balldurham.com/with-darian-mensah-gone-espn-has-placed-duke-s-entire-2026-hopes-on-one-player-nate-sheppard?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpf76p727s</guid><description>Duke&#39;s blueprint for success in 2026 starts and stops with this one player, according to ESPN&#39;s David Hale. </description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7073,h_3978,x_0,y_124/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpf78q7dbg10mn4z9v.jpg" caption="Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Illinois&#39; latest roster move has Duke one step closer to landing John Blackwell</title><link>https://balldurham.com/illinois-latest-roster-move-has-duke-one-step-closer-to-landing-john-blackwell?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpe7n9dcb6</guid><description>Illinois may be out of the running for Wisconsin transfer John Blackwell after this move. </description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:49:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5502,h_3094,x_0,y_252/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpe80trxe4h2vf3zn2.jpg" caption="Robert Goddin-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Predicting the next 3 moves for Jon Scheyer and Duke following Cayden Boozer&#39;s return</title><link>https://balldurham.com/predicting-the-next-3-moves-for-jon-scheyer-and-duke-following-cayden-boozer-s-return?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpdpck2dj6</guid><description>Following the news of Cayden Boozer&#39;s return for his sophomore season, what comes next for Jon Scheyer and Duke?</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3552,h_1998,x_0,y_163/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpdphfaetwd02qm8c5.jpg" caption="Nov 14, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA;   | Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Duke football does right by Manny Diaz following historic 2025 season</title><link>https://balldurham.com/duke-football-does-right-by-manny-diaz-following-historic-2025-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbz9wxact</guid><description>Manny Diaz and Duke reached an agreement on a contract extension. </description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:34:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_26/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpbzbw0ebhghq1ew78.jpg" caption="Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Updated NCAA eligibility window proposal could allow Duke to bring back a fan-favorite</title><link>https://balldurham.com/updated-ncaa-eligibility-window-proposal-could-allow-duke-to-bring-back-a-fan-favorite-maliq-brown?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Cameron Sensenig</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbe60pn94</guid><description>A proposed change to NCAA eligibility rules could affect Duke&#39;s roster construction, with potential implications for Maliq Brown&#39;s future.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpbebjxsctrsjx8vb5.jpg" caption="Mar 27, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Maliq Brown (6) dribbles the ball against St. John&#39;s Red Storm forward Zuby Ejiofor (24) in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the East Regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Cameron Sensenig"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cameron Boozer&#39;s reaction to his brother&#39;s Duke return has fans going crazy</title><link>https://balldurham.com/cameron-boozer-s-reaction-to-his-brother-s-duke-return-has-fans-going-crazy?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbm4wnskc</guid><description>Following the announcement of Cayden Boozer&#39;s return to Duke for his sophomore season, Cameron Boozer&#39;s reaction has Blue Devils fans dreaming big. </description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:16:36 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3152,h_1773,x_0,y_124/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpbm75mxbfhwty0j0d.jpg" caption="Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5-star guard announces return to Duke in major retention win for Jon Scheyer</title><link>https://balldurham.com/5-star-guard-announces-return-to-duke-in-major-retention-win-for-jon-scheyer-cayden-boozer?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbgxx21xf</guid><description>Jon Scheyer got his first major win of the offseason by retaining a 5-star guard for his sophomore season at Duke. </description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:24:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3552,h_1998,x_0,y_16/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpbh1qpewsxs9a6ba6.jpg" caption="Alex Martin/Greenville News / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Manny Diaz and Duke land a commitment from a 3-star RB with an impressive offer list</title><link>https://balldurham.com/manny-diaz-and-duke-land-a-commitment-from-a-3-star-rb-with-an-impressive-offer-list-mikel-stephen?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbb3wbzzq</guid><description>Duke football&#39;s latest commitment is a RB who is flying under the radar in the rankings despite being pursued by many top programs. </description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:52:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6553,h_3686,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpbb78zcqcrf8e12cm.jpg" caption="Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The doomsday scenario with John Blackwell that Jon Scheyer can&#39;t let happen</title><link>https://balldurham.com/the-doomsday-scenario-with-john-blackwell-that-jon-scheyer-can-t-let-happen?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpb1k7z2ac</guid><description>Duke landing John Blackwell is important for its portal hopes, but keeping him from one school in particular matters just as much. </description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:16:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4703,h_2645,x_0,y_319/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kpb1nw8whnsmt03022.jpg" caption="Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nikolas Khamenia&#39;s predicted landing spot would be the ultimate insult to Jon Scheyer</title><link>https://balldurham.com/nikolas-khamenia-s-predicted-landing-spot-would-be-the-ultimate-insult-to-jon-scheyer-uconn?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Cameron Sensenig</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp9eh75mq5</guid><description>A new Crystal Ball projection for Nikolas Khamenia is one Jon Scheyer and Duke fans won&#39;t love following Duke&#39;s Elite Eight loss.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:05:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3654,h_2055,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp9fqteketh31ga0nm.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA;  Duke Blue Devils guard Nikolas Khamenia (14) reacts after scoring a three point basket in the second half during a second round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Cameron Sensenig"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jon Scheyer slow playing the Transfer Portal has Duke falling behind ACC rival</title><link>https://balldurham.com/jon-scheyer-slow-playing-the-transfer-portal-has-duke-falling-behind-acc-rival?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp8w1ty72m</guid><description>Eight days into the Transfer Portal window, and Jon Scheyer and Duke have been quiet while an ACC rival is stacking win after win. </description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:45:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3647,h_2051,x_0,y_122/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp8w5hwjwvxckwsnm9.jpg" caption="Alex Martin/Greenville News / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cold water thrown all over Duke transfer rumors involving Isaiah Evans </title><link>https://balldurham.com/cold-water-thrown-all-over-duke-transfer-rumors-involving-isaiah-evans?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp8n80k0bc</guid><description>Rumor season is in full swing in college basketball. Don&#39;t believe everything you hear, particularly about Isaiah Evans and the portal. </description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:45:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5999,h_3374,x_0,y_223/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp8na5yx1qpczs3h9p.jpg" caption="Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>It could be either/or - not both - for Duke with Cayden Boozer and Caleb Foster</title><link>https://balldurham.com/it-could-be-either-or-not-both-for-duke-with-cayden-boozer-and-caleb-foster?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp8d98pzcd</guid><description>With 5-star point guard Deron Rippey Jr. coming in, can Jon Scheyer really hang on to Cayden Boozer and Caleb Foster, too?</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4560,h_2565,x_0,y_408/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp8dfn1jfg392jacsh.jpg" caption="Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jeff Goodman just hinted at the roster retention move Duke desperately needs</title><link>https://balldurham.com/jeff-goodman-just-hinted-at-the-roster-retention-move-duke-desperately-needs-patrick-ngongba?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6rbspa9n</guid><description>The Field of 68&#39;s Jeff Goodman dropped an interesting tidbit about Duke&#39;s roster for next season that should have fans ecstatic. </description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:00:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3414,h_1920,x_0,y_45/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp6rg3490q39f489vk.jpg" caption="Zachary Taft-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The door may not be closed for a former 5-star guard to return to Duke</title><link>https://balldurham.com/the-door-may-not-be-closed-for-a-former-5-star-guard-to-return-to-duke-nikolas-khamenia?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp681j7e63</guid><description>The door could remain open for former 5-star guard Nikolas Khamenia to return to Duke and exit the Transfer Portal. </description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_26/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp683qp8pj56vak17e.jpg" caption="Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Duke fans shouldn&#39;t sweat John Blackwell&#39;s suspicious social media post with new Big Ten team in the race</title><link>https://balldurham.com/duke-fans-shouldnt-sweat-john-blackwells-suspicious-social-media-post-with-new-big-ten-team-in-race?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Sam Fariss</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp65da017d</guid><description>The Duke Blue Devils and their fans can&#39;t start worrying about John Blackwell&#39;s every move as other teams try to lure him in a different direction.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7952,h_4473,x_0,y_216/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp65pwa2ayn0gg6cx3.jpg" caption="Mar 7, 2026; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell (25) celebrates making a basket. | Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Sam Fariss"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michael Malone is already waving the white flag on battling Jon Scheyer for recruits</title><link>https://balldurham.com/michael-malone-is-already-waving-the-white-flag-on-battling-jon-scheyer-for-recruits?utm_source=RSS</link><author>John Mitchell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp5tr8w25z</guid><description>Michael Malone&#39;s first major decision as UNC&#39;s coach was to part ways with 5-star commitment Dylan Mingo. </description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4423,h_2487,x_0,y_135/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp5twte1sfak4f4bpd.jpg" caption="Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="John Mitchell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Luke Kennard extends Duke&#39;s impressive NBA streak from beyond the arc</title><link>https://balldurham.com/luke-kennard-extends-duke-s-impressive-nba-streak-from-beyond-the-arc-01kp3sknfnr5?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Cameron Sensenig</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3sknfnr5</guid><description>Luke Kennard&#39;s league-leading three-point percentage this season continues a five-year trend for the Blue Devils in the NBA.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:33:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2611,h_1468,x_0,y_113/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/175/01kp3smzav0dxfmnja3h.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) reacts after hitting a game winning basket at the buzzer against the Orlando Magic in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. 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