Overview

• Duke's standout freshmen Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, and Khaman Maluach have all declared for the 2025 NBA Draft, marking a significant shift for the program.
• Khaman Maluach, a 7-foot-2 center from South Sudan, averaged 8.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game in his freshman season and is projected as a likely lottery pick.
• Duke coach Jon Scheyer praised Maluach's competitive spirit and skill set, emphasizing his impact on the team's success this season.
• The departure of all three freshmen, along with other key players, means Duke will lose its top six players by minutes played from their 35-4 Final Four team.
• Maluach’s development through NBA Academy Africa highlights the growing influence of international recruitment in college basketball.