A top 30 college basketball recruit posted a strong message after his visit with Jon Scheyer and the Duke Blue Devils…

A top 30 college basketball recruit posted a strong message after his visit with Jon Scheyer and the Duke Blue Devils

 

 

DURHAM, N.C. — One of the nation’s most sought-after high school basketball prospects is drawing attention after sending a powerful message about his recent visit to Duke University. The Top-30 recruit, who is currently weighing multiple high-profile offers, shared high praise for head coach Jon Scheyer and the Duke basketball program following his official visit to Durham.

The 6-foot-7 wing, known for his elite athleticism and two-way play, took to social media on Saturday evening to post a series of photos from his time on campus, captioned with a statement that quickly got the attention of college basketball fans and analysts alike: “Brotherhood is real. Duke is different.”

While the recruit has not yet narrowed down his list of schools, sources close to his recruitment say Duke made a “huge impression” during the visit. The rising senior was able to tour Cameron Indoor Stadium, meet with coaching staff, and spend time with current players. According to those in attendance, the Blue Devils emphasized the long-term development path at Duke, the legacy of NBA-caliber talent, and the strength of the university’s academics and support systems.

Head coach Jon Scheyer, who took over for legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski in 2022, has placed a strong emphasis on building relationships with elite recruits and maintaining the program’s tradition of excellence. The young coach’s energy and vision for the future have helped land top talent since taking the reins — and this latest visit could be the next step in that continued momentum.

Recruiting analysts believe Duke is now among the frontrunners for the top-30 prospect. “Duke is absolutely in the mix now in a major way,” said one national recruiting analyst. “Scheyer and his staff laid out a very clear vision — from day one development, to NBA readiness, to life after basketball. The recruit left impressed not only with the basketball side, but the family atmosphere that Duke sells so well.”

This development comes at a pivotal time for the Blue Devils, who are looking to reload for the 2025 class after securing multiple top-tier commitments in 2024. Duke has already been in contact with several five-star talents, and this visit could signify that Scheyer is zeroing in on core pieces early in the cycle.

The recruit is expected to take additional visits this summer, but insiders note that his tone following the Duke trip was “the most enthusiastic” he’s shown yet during the process. While no timeline has been publicly shared for a commitment, momentum appears to be shifting — and the Blue Devils may be positioning themselves as the program to beat.

As summer grassroots events continue and decision season looms, all eyes will be on where this rising star ultimately chooses to play. For now, Duke fans have plenty of reason to be hopeful — and Jon Scheyer may have just made a major move on the recruiting trail