Those comparisons hint at some of the questions Banchero might face defensively early in his career, especially in the small-ball era where teams will likely want to see him play fairly significant minutes at center. Trevor Keels becomes fourth Duke player to enter 2022 NBA Draft Alex Kennedy Apr 23 2022 2:21PM PST Duke freshman Trevor Keels announced that he is entering the 2022 NBA Draft. Duke's record for most first-round picks in a single draft is four, set in 1999. Justise Winslow (2,829 points) - Portland Trail Blazers, 14. But they could also choose to return to Duke and make major NIL money, possibly as much or more than they would make as second-round picks. The fact that we're not talking about him as the sure-fire No. the field, 31.2% from three-point range and 67.0% from the Banchero is not nearly as explosive as Griffin was at his peak, but was also far more skilled from the perimeter at the same age, which can similarly be said in comparison with Randle, who also didn't start shooting 3s in earnest until his fifth NBA season. See Full Boxscore. Therefore, stay-or-go decisions should be more complicated for those holding relatively uncertain draft stocks. The 6-foot-10. 1 in the 2022 NBA Draft. Seventeen of Duke's last 22 NBA Draft picks, and 24 of the last 32, have come in the first round, including 16 lottery picks. Duke forward Paolo Banchero (5) makes a layup over Wake Forest forward Dallas Walton (13) and forward Jake LaRavia (0) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game on Wednesday, Jan.. 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LIVE Transfer Talk: Gvardiol, Bellingham named Real Madrid's top transfer targets, Texas Tech down, Duke up in latest NCAA tournament projection, How 2022 Duke compares to past title teams, and Syracuse's chances for a late surge, 2022 NBA mock draft: A big shake-up among the Big 3. In the Lottery Era (since 1985), Duke has produced 15 top-three picks; the next-closest total nationally is five (Kentucky). 0.9996. This list, which will update here whenever related moves happen, is for those who want to stay up to date with NBA Blue Devils but easily forget who plays where every year. Jarace Walker would also make an excellent tight end. Kentucky had 28 players on. Many such players, including Dorian Finney-Smith, Andre Iguodala, Thaddeus Young, Keldon Johnson, Cody Martin and Nassir Little have seen significant minutes at the power forward position in the NBA, which Moore might lack a degree of physicality to do. It ended up being a night of history for the program, as five players were selected in the first 42 picks. If Williams' passing never materializes, JaVale McGee, who has started over 350 NBA games at age 34, is a relatively stable outcome for the Blue Devils first-rounder. release and has proven to be a tough shot-maker. Forever Grateful. pic.twitter.com/6DyvJM8stu, "Playing in the NBA has always been a dream of mine, just as playing for Duke was when I was growing-up," Williams said. 1 pick speaks to the strength of this class. The former five-star prospect blossomed in his second season with the Blue Devils and put his development on display in the NCAA Tournament. 247Sports Home; . The Thunder and their treasure-trove of picks also make some sense as Williams' vertical spacing would further unlock Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's playmaking, and he gives the Thunder -- who have been playing Jeremiah Robinson-Earl at center -- a dimension its roster currently doesn't have. 16 by the Atlanta Hawks, Wendell Moore Jr., at No. NBA announces 76 players expected to attend Microsoft Surface #NBACombine 2022, scheduled for May 18-20 . 7. The 2022 NBA Draft begins at 8 p.m. pic.twitter.com/mFnh19Mhjx. Duke vs Virginia Tech Game Info. The 2021-22 Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team represented the University of Kansas in the 2021-22 NCAA Division I men's basketball season, which was the Jayhawks' 124th basketball season.The Jayhawks, members of the Big 12 Conference, played their home games at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas.They were led by 19th year Hall of Fame head coach Bill Self. Duke basketball's present-day NBA players (in order of career points through Feb. 21, 2023): 1. He's not the forceful rebounder he could be, with some scouts questioning his toughness. Comps at the next level (ceiling/floor): Although they have a very different shot profile at the same stage, Jaylen Brown is a best-case outcome for Griffin. 32 overall to the Orlando Magic. ESPN's NBA experts Jonathan Givony and Mike Schmitz considered the question, not only weighing on the notion of historical Duke struggles in the NBA but also evaluating the strengths, weaknesses, NBA comps and optimum NBA team fits for each of the 2022 five. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Duke has set its program single-draft record with 5 selections in the 2022 #NBA Draft, Banchero #1 by MagicWilliams #15 by HornetsGriffin #16 by HawksMoore #26 by DallasKeels #42 by Knicks, Duke's previous draft record for selections was 4 ('86, '99, '17, '18)#DukeMBBStats, #DukeMBBStats (@DukeMBBStats) June 24, 2022. Defensively, he's more than capable one-on-one, has the strength to hold his ground effectively versus power forwards and centers alike and is switchable on the perimeter thanks to his good feet and solid instincts. Betting analysis for the 2022-2023 NCAA Basketball season matchup between Duquesne and La Salle. Weaknesses: While Moore ticks virtually every box NBA teams look for as a 3-and-D wing, he's still at times a better prospect in theory than in reality, prone to disappearing and making head-scratching plays on both ends of the floor, especially in high-leverage moments. Trevor Keels (0 points) - New York Knicks (10-day contract). Draft," Keels wrote on social media. "I found The 1999 draft saw Duke become the first college program in NBA history to boast four first-rounders as Elton Brand went No. Duke in the Draft. Men's College Basketball Like Everywhere Else, Duke's Roster Is In Flux But A Lot Favors The Blue Devils Right Now What an interesting year this is going to be. Vernon Carey Jr. (72 points) - Washington Wizards, 24. Betting analysis for the 2022-2023 NCAA Basketball season matchup between Duquesne and La Salle. Optimal/practical NBA team fits: A team that values Keels' defensive toughness and isn't overly enamored with length, burst and explosiveness would be ideal for a player like Keels. The two schools have lapped the rest of the country when it comes to churning out pros. While thats an impressive showing for one program, its just shy of the record in the common draft era. April 18, 2022 | 3:07pm PDT Big Mark is going to the big stage. Matchs Summer League. Moore's draft rights were traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves following the pick. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Along with New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, Philadelphia is one of four cities that has sent over 100 players to the NBA. 15 overall. Freshman sensation Paolo Banchero is not in that group. Strengths: Moore checks quite a few boxes NBA teams look for at the small forward position. However, in seemingly all of them, he remains in the top three along with Gonzaga freshman center Chet Holmgren and Auburn freshman power forward Jabari Smith. Where will Duke's five 2022 phenoms fall on that continuum? Judging from all the draft boards out there, fellow Blue Devil rookie AJ Griffin also looks like a probable lottery selection or, at the very least, a surefire first-rounder. For Duke, NBADraft.net lists the prospects thusly: The first thing to note is the influence of Europe, where big men have long had all the skills. He hasn't yet proven himself to be a true threat as a shooter (32.5% from 3), isn't all that quick or explosive off the dribble and isn't quite the true lead guard to hand the keys of a franchise to. Complete scouting report from Jonathan Givony (No. free-throw line. 2.7 assists, 1.5 threes and 1.2 steals, while shooting 41.9% from Duke's 50 first-round selections in the Common Draft era (since 1966) are third most all-time, including 43 under Coach K. Duke's 46 first-round selections in the Lottery era (since 1985) are the second most in the country, behind Kentucky's 47. Current projections for Duke basketball selections at the 2022 NBA Draft Duke freshman power forward Paolo Banchero has fallen from the top spot in some mock drafts. Strengths: Griffin has prototype tools for an NBA wing at 6-6 with a strong, proportionate 222-pound frame and a 7-0 wingspan. They've had some busts (Bagley III, Parker, Okafor, Shelden Williams), and some guys that haven't quite turned out quite the way we thought (Williamson and RJ Barrett so far). 1 overall pick We published a lengthy. Expired contracts. Banchero, Smith, and Holmgren are all seen as contenders . There's a high likelihood that Daniel Jones receives the franchise tag from the New York Giants this season . Duke's 28 NBA lottery picks all coached by Coach K are the most by both a college program and college coach. The fact that Williams has sound shooting mechanics (75% on free throws) and can make occasional high-low and backdoor reads is the cherry on top of an already NBA-ready shot-blocker and lob-catcher. It was another historic night for Duke Basketball when it comes to the NBA Draft. Paolo Banchero (1,033 points) - Orlando Magic, 20. NBA scouts and pro talent evaluators will be out in force when the Duke Blue Devils visit the Syracuse Orange on Saturday night at the Carrier Dome (6 p.m. Why Paolo Banchero should go No. The franchise to have drafted the most Blue Devils is Detroit with nine, followed by seven for Chicago, six each for Golden State and Boston and five for Atlanta and New York. -- make a lot of sense for Keels. 3. He has ideal size at 6-foot-6 in shoes with a huge 7-foot wingspan and a strong 213-pound frame. NBA Draft 2022 Big Board: Duke's Paolo Banchero moves up in first prospect rankings update after March Madness A look at who moved up and who dropped in Kyle Boone's first Big Board update. I am excited to enter my name in the 2022 NBA Draft," Keels wrote on social media. AJ Griffin's offense comes through late in the second half as he knocks down three shots to help Duke create a comfortable lead. Averaging 13.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.4 steals over 34 minutes per game, the junior's rise as an efficient scorer and secondary ball handler played an important part in Duke . Banchero was named the Rookie of the Year of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) in 2022. Gambling problem? The Detroit Pistons would be an excellent fit for Banchero, pairing him with a fellow cornerstone backcourt player in Cade Cunningham with some good young pieces to play alongside in Saddiq Bey and Isaiah Stewart. Look for Brandon Ingram (#10), Cam Reddish (#5), and Paolo Banchero (#2). Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Former Duke basketball stars Jayson Tatum and RJ Barrett (Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports). Duke Basketball: Analyzing where all 5 players went in 2022 NBA Draft NEW YORK, NY, USA - JUNE 23: Mark Williams (C), Paolo Banchero (L) and Malaki Branham (R) pose for photos with his. Anunoby did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against New York. Mike Krzyzewski didn't win a title on . Apr 2, 2022; New Orleans, LA, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Trevor Keels (1) shoots the ball during the second half against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the 2022 NCAA men's basketball. Duke's 29 NBA lottery picks all coached by Coach K are the most by both a college program and college coach. Paolo Banchero drives in for reverse and-1 for Duke. A far better shooter than his percentages suggest, Keels can add value in catch-and-shoot situations while also picking apart a shifting defense out of second-side pick-and-roll opportunities. Former Duke Players Who Played In The NBA * Including anyone currently in the NBA; NBA career stats since the 1946-1947 season. Wendell Moore Jr. (36 points) - Minnesota Timberwolves, 25. For a bulky 7-footer, Williams is surprisingly active on the perimeter when placed in pick and roll situations or forced to guard smaller opponents. Iowa's Keegan Murray is having one of the best seasons in college basketball and his excellent play has helped his draft stock quite a bit . Donovan Mitchell scored a game-high 35 points in 31 minutes before the Cavaliers deployed their bench players to close out a blowout victory over the Raptors . 27 in Top 100). Offensively, Williams puts his huge reach to good use both as a finisher and offensive rebounder. The Devils in the NBA page was last updated during the NBA Finals. So let's get right to it with this basic inventory of Duke talents on an active NBA contract 1. Optimal/practical NBA team fits: Williams makes a lot of sense for teams that don't rely on playing through their center too much on the perimeter. But its basketball so were cool! Add in the flashes of shot creation and the fact that he would be one of the youngest players in the draft and there's an argument to be made that, especially given the coveted position he plays, Griffin has as much upside as any of Duke's prospects. 1 overall pick. Free agency. If anything, they come into the league knowing how to handle immense pressure and scrutiny and are well-versed in modern basketball principles. Retirements. (0:41). While Brown was a four-year player at SMU and a mid-second-round pick, like Keels, he was a floor-spacing guard who had an inherent toughness and turned into a sound positional passer. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The 2022 NBA draft was Thursday, June 23. Chet Holmgren, the top ranked recruit in the 2021 class, has committed to Gonzaga. The Wildcats matched that mark in 2015 in the draft that saw Karl-Anthony Towns, Willie Cauley Stein and Devin Booker go. 1 pick in Duke. Griffin, like a teenage Brown, is also an underrated ball handler relative to his frame and length, which gives him similar upside as a shot creator that Brown's biggest naysayers didn't believe he had. -- Jonathan Givony. Strengths: Williams' strengths are clear-cut: He's a high-level rim protector, vertical spacer and tremendous offensive rebounder, making him an easy fit at the NBA level. Grayson Allen (2,372 points) - Milwaukee Bucks, 16. After a back-and-forth game, the Tar Heels pulled away late led by Caleb Love's 3-pointer with 28 seconds left and free throws in the final seconds to win 81-77. For as good as he can be at the point of attack, he's had his struggles with quicker perimeter players, and has had his forgettable moments in terms of effort and ball screen navigation. 33 in Top 100). Where Duke Players Stand In This 2022 NBA Mock Draft, DBR Podcast #494: Physical Duke Clinches Perfect Cameron Record, ACC Roundup - Florida State Nearly Pulls Off Another Comeback. 5), Mark Williams (No. No, he's almost sure to be a top-three pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Although his fit with Sengun is a little questionable, Williams would immediately give the NBA's worst defense a face-lift in the rim protection department. That group will be primarily observing the work of five Duke players who appeared in or near the first round of ESPN's latest 2022 NBA mock draft: Paolo Banchero (No. 1 pick Paolo Banchero to the Orlando Magic. Thank You, Duke. Optimal/practical NBA team fits: There are no shortage of NBA teams in need of a two-way wing who can space the floor, making the list of theoretical suitors for Griffin arguably the longest amongst the five Duke prospects. The same goes for sophomore 7-footer Mark Williams. Griffin would fit perfectly alongside De'Aaron Fox, Davion Mitchell and Domantas Sabonis, and could learn from a pro like Harrison Barnes (even if he's a Tar Heel). Duke has produced eight top-three picks since 2014 -- six more than any other program in that span. Odds & lines subject to change. 42 by the New York Knicks. 26 by the Dallas Mavericks and Trevor Keels at No. Twenty-one of Duke's last 27 NBA Draft picks, and 28 of the last 36, have come in the first round, including 17 lottery picks. All Rights Reserved. April 3, 2022 12:22 am ET. Thank you Duke Kyrie Irving (15,286 points) - Dallas Mavericks, 2. Duke's 17 top-10 picks since 2000 are the most in the nation in that timeframe, four more than Kentucky (13). He's making 40% of his 3-pointers on the season and is a career 80% free throw shooter in 94 games in our database. "Playing at Duke was a dream and I feel that now is the time to chase another dream. Banchero, 19, is the fifth Duke player to go No.. If Keels were able to get himself into better shape and turn his shooting stroke into a real asset, Desmond Bane is a best-case prototype for him to model his game after. The franchise to have drafted the most Blue Devils is Detroit (nine), followed by seven for Chicago, and six each for Golden State and Boston. When you consider that Griffin is capable of sliding up to the small-ball 4 defensively while providing spacing as a shooter offensively, it's easy to see why he has a relatively high floor. Jayson Tatum (9,325 points) - Boston Celtics, 3. Austin Rivers (5,988 points) - Minnesota Timberwolves, 6. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Gambling problem? Griffin would also be an interesting fit next to Pacers guards Tyrese Haliburton and Chris Duarte, giving Indiana a level of pop those two lack on the perimeter, while being able to add value without needing much volume given his spot shooting. Should Oklahoma City fall out of the Banchero-Jabari Smith-Chet Holmgren sweepstakes, Griffin would give Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a valuable young wing defender who can knock down open 3s and potentially evolve into the Thunder's missing perimeter piece. Zion Williamson (2,941 points) - New Orleans Pelicans, 13. In the Lottery Era (since 1985), Duke has produced 14 top-three picks; the next-closest total nationally is five (Kentucky). Its not at all clear yet but you could see Duke going after a few players in the transfer portal. Copyright BasketballNews.com 2020. 15 and 16 with Mark Williams going to the Charlotte Hornets and then A.J. Mike Schmitz is an NBA Draft expert and a contributor to DraftExpress.com, a private scouting and analytics service utilized by NBA, NCAA and International teams. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. The potential No. Duke's 18 top-10 picks since 2000 are the most in the nation in that timeframe, four more than Kentucky (14). If he can develop in that department as his career moves forward, it is difficult to see him completely failing, as switchable wings who can make an open shot and keep the ball moving offensively are extremely valuable these days. Williams is considered a likely first-round draft pick and potential lottery pick after averaging 11.2 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.8 blocks per game in just 23.6 minutes per contest. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. a second home at Duke and I'll be riding with The Brotherhood for 42 overall. Siakam scores 34 as Raptors avoid sweep, beat 76ers 110-102, Jazz beat Mavericks to tie series, spoil Doncic's return, Giannis returns, Bucks beat Nets 118-104 for 15th straight win, Which NBA player will drop 70 points next? This go-round shall be no different, except that the leftovers could constitute a historic low for returning scholarship players. Despite a wide base and not the most traditional mechanics, Griffin is as close to automatic as you'll see from an 18-year-old with his physical tools. Stay tuned to Blue Devil Country for daily Duke basketball content. While his pass, dribble, shoot skill set has shined bright in spurts this season, it was Keels' defensive toughness that originally drew NBA scouts to the stocky 18-year-old guard. chase another dream. Two of them were back-to-back outside the lottery in Mark Williams (Charlotte) and AJ Griffin (Atlanta) at 15 and 16 respective. Both guys have had first-round buzz and, if they enter the draft process, could make strong impressions. Age: 19, Freshman Where to watch: vs. No. NEW YORK, NY, USA - JUNE 23: Mark Williams (C), Paolo Banchero (L) and Malaki Branham (R) pose for photos with his family during the 2022 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 23, 2022 in New York City, (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images), Duke Basketball (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images). 28 in the 1981 NBA Draft. Aucun choix de draft cette saison. Even though Moore has been a starter for the better part of three years, he's only two months older than Kentucky's Washington Jr., and is younger than many of the sophomores projected to be drafted. Trevor Keels goes to the New York Knicks with the No. Mason Plumlee (6,183 points) - Los Angeles Clippers, 5. Drafts. Tre Jones (1,170 points) - San Antonio Spurs, 19. -- Jonathan Givony, Complete scouting report from Jonathan Givony (No. The powerful paint attacks were clear, but I loved the poise/passing & defense. So as of today, with the NBA departures and one transfer, here's where Duke's roster stands. Banchero becomes the fifth Duke player drafted No. Trades. "Playing at Duke was a dream and I feel that now is the time to A lot of high-leapers will garner the label of "freak athlete . Ayton did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against Memphis. Keels is the fifth Blue Devil selected by the New York Knicks, joining Ronnie Mayer (in 1956), Art Heyman 1st overall in 1963), Vince Taylor (34th overall) in 1982 and RJ Barrett (3rd overall) in 2019. Dort was far more powerful and explosive at the same stage, while Keels is way ahead as a shooter, ball handler and passer. No other ACC team has produced five or more selections in a single draft since the draft went to just two rounds in 1989. Includes ats, over/under and straight up odds analysis. Duke's 46 first-round selections in the Common Draft era (since 1966) are third most all-time, including 42 under Coach K. Duke's 42 first-round selections in the Lottery era (since 1985) are the second most in the country, behind Kentucky's 45. Griffin is the fifth Duke player selected by the Atlanta Hawks franchise, joining Roshown McLeod (20th overall in 1998), Shelden Williams (fifth overall in 2006), Cam Reddish (10th overall in 2019) and, Moore becomes the third Blue Devil drafted No. 1 overall, joining Art Heyman (1963, NY Knicks), Elton Brand (1999, Chicago), Kyrie Irving (2011, Cleveland) and Zion Williamson (2019, New Orleans). Keels and projects him as a late-first or early-second round Assuming AJ Griffin leaves, as is widely expected, that leaves Duke with 10 scholarship players. Duke's Paolo Banchero was selection No. 2022 NBA Draft. What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, Sizing up the player of the year winners in all 32 Division I men's conferences. Patrick Williams is another physical combo forward who rose in the pre-draft process due to his age, tools and glimpses of skill. By Eamonn Brennan. Odds & lines subject to change. Williams' 7-foot-7 wingspan allows him to change all types of shots at the rim and is a huge reason he's blocking 5.3 shots per 40 minutes so far this season, which ranks third among prospects in the ESPN Top 100. PG / 6-7 / 192. An NCAA-leading 23 lottery selections have come from Duke since 1999, when the Blue Devils had three. NBA Draft prospects 2022: Ranking the 10 best Duke, UNC, Kansas, Villanova players in Final Four | Sporting News ILST BRAD 71 69 OT - 4:34 MSST ALA 2 43 36 2nd Half - 15:11 IND MINN 37 34. Duke won another critical game Friday night, beating ACC power NC State 77-62. Banton did not play in Sunday's (Jan. 22) game against New York. Marvin Bagley III, Jahlil Okafor and Jabari Parker are recent top-3 picks who failed to become stars at the next level. SG / 6-6 / 190. 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