Most recent BR draft has McCain at 12 going to OKC and Flip 13 to Portland Trailblazers. The IG screenshot is from McCain's IG story. Looks like he's all but gone
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Proctor, Stewart, Mitchell back and a portal guard and we're good to go. But another mass exodus will be hard to take.
Or is the kid having fun with everyone because he knows they are waiting on his decision. McCain to OKC would be a good fit for him due to everyone being young on that team .
Looks to me like he's putting up 2 fingers as in he's coming back to Duke for year 2.
This is what I gathered. I assumed he was 100% gone but why would he post that? If this was really posted by him, this is a good sign.
Makes more sense actually
Ball Durham has an article on who they think stays and goes.
Stays: Foster, Proctor, Power, Stewart,
Goes: McCain, Blakes, Roach, Schutt, Flip, Mitchell.
I would be pretty happy with 3 rotation players back plus Power. I would be thrilled with a Proctor/Foster backcourt. Would need a portal guard for depth.
Stays: Foster, Proctor, Power, Stewart,
Goes: McCain, Blakes, Roach, Schutt, Flip, Mitchell.
I would be pretty happy with 3 rotation players back plus Power. I would be thrilled with a Proctor/Foster backcourt. Would need a portal guard for depth.
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That was very close to what I had as leaving and staying, Mitchell was my only difference. As for guard depth, Duke would only need role guard (3 point specialist) since Proctor, Foster & Evans could handle major of the minutes for those two spots. I would be happy if that was the roster though. I’m still wanting Mitchell back though too.
I want Mitchell back too. The Harris kid has a great 3 point stroke and could play SG, but he's a 4 star freshman so I'd rather have him coming off the bench.
You are correct about Harris, boy can shoot. My only issue with him playing SG would be if he can defend college SG’s. I think he is a perfect 3 or SF in Duke’s system. But maybe in spot minutes his Freshman season. Who knows maybe with Duke off season program he can do it. I’m excited to watch his development.
If Stewart stays, I don’t see Mitchell back. No offense, I’m fine with that. I’m also not sure how good of a guard Duke can get out of the portal if Proctor and Foster stay.
We have to remember we won’t have a 9-10 man rotation all season.
I have doubts we get both Proctor and Foster back, but I'd gladly take it. Seems like we get either Mitchell or Stewart back. Blakes could be the backup pg if he stays. Those 5 back would be a nice foundation but seems optimistic.
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Y’all are overstating Harris I think
That’s never been done before.
I feel strongly that Schutt comes back He just said within the last month or so that he loves Duke. He will have every chance to be in the rotation next year.
I feel badly about Mitchell. I like him but he hasn't developed and I can understand why he would feel like a change in scenery would be helpful. But I'll happily take him back if he wants to stay.
I feel badly about Mitchell. I like him but he hasn't developed and I can understand why he would feel like a change in scenery would be helpful. But I'll happily take him back if he wants to stay.
Rese coming back is starting to grow legs. He very well may be back for a junior year which is big.
With Reeves gone and Ngongba possibly using a RS unless he is back to 100% healthy, we really need to get a Center out of the portal. Stewart can also pull some minutes at Center if we’ve got Flagg and Mitchell also in the front court. Being able to have a front court that goes 6’8, 6’9, and 6’9 would work against 75% of our opponents. Add in the fact that Stewart is really long and can jump out of the gym.
If Malauch struggles getting used to the college game, I wouldn’t mind seeing a starting lineup with Foster, Evans, Flagg, Mitchell, and Stewart. If I’m Scheyer, that would be one way that I would sell both Mitchell and Stewart to get them to return.
Regarding potential Center targets, Danny Wolf (Yale), Tarris Reed (Michigan), Carey Booth (ND), Igor Milicic (Charlotte), or even Rueben Chinyelu (Washington State - played w/ Malauch in NBA Africa).
Ngongba playing this week in Chipotle tournament makes RS look less likely. Saw him dive on floor for a loose ball the other day.
That’s really good news
I think Mitchell should have more time in the off season to improve his shot. Had surgery last off season
I think we are pretty well set in the front court so depending on who comes back, I think back court is more of a need. Both our centers next year look really good.
Just saw a post where McCain's brother, Jayce said it was not Jared's Snapchat that posted it. We still have hope 🤞🤞🤞
Reeves is gone. Flip is gone. Young is gone. You always take returning guys imo. If someone decommits that's the trade off. As long as it's not Cooper, ha. I wonder if Flip and Proctor and Roach returning caused tension with the young guys who may have thought they were gone.
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I would bet big money it did with Flip.
No idea Jam. Our guys have to make decisions soon before we lose out on guys that are in the portal.
Once again . Duke is not going to pull starters from the portal only role players.
You take McCain back in a heartbeat over anyone not named Flagg, Evan or Foster .
You take McCain back in a heartbeat over anyone not named Flagg, Evan or Foster .
I think the only recruit Jared would impact if he came back would be Harris and you take Jared without thought. I still think Foster is a lock to come back and Rese is a 60/40 return. I'd out Jared back at 20/80.
While I agree Chris . Some that are iffy need to ask their selfs, am I better fitted for next years team . Proctor , Foster and McCain( in no way do I think McCain returns .) are better suited with the length and athleticism Duke can put on the floor .
Mitchell coming back would be a defensive stopper with Proctor .
I think once the dust settles Duke gets at least three players thought to be leaving return and Stewart.
Mitchell coming back would be a defensive stopper with Proctor .
I think once the dust settles Duke gets at least three players thought to be leaving return and Stewart.
Proctor and Mitchell are the guys I want back most. Followed by Stewart and Foster. Not anything personal I just prefer upperclassman and they are more of a known quantity. Get all 4 back and I think we can go deep. Obviously McCain would be #1 but his stock went way up in the tournament.
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