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Jon Scheyer Commits to Duke, Rejects Reported NBA Interest

Family ties and unfinished program goals convinced Scheyer to remain at Duke to continue building the team.

Overview

  • Scheyer publicly said on the Glue Guys podcast that he will not leave Duke and that he must “see this thing through,” rejecting reported NBA overtures.
  • The Dallas Mavericks pursued Scheyer during their coaching search this summer but ultimately hired Dusty May for the vacancy.
  • Scheyer cited pride in Duke’s strong start, his family ties, and the program’s remaining goals as the reasons for staying rather than moving to the NBA.
  • Keeping Scheyer in Durham preserves continuity for players, recruits, and staff and could strengthen Duke’s short-term recruiting and development plans.
  • Scheyer, a 33-year-old Duke alum and former player, has led the program since Coach K’s retirement and says he still has unfinished business, having not yet reached an NCAA title game as a head coach.