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Duke’s Freshmen: Backup Dancers, Not Headliners | College Basketball News
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- Jul 17, 2026
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Summary
Duke’s loaded recruiting class this year isn’t about flashy freshmen stars—it’s about depth and balance. Coach Scheyer’s leaning on returning players, with newcomers like 17-year-old 7-footer Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje (21-24 mpg) and Cameron Williams (17-20 mpg) stepping into supporting roles. Boumtje brings guard-like skills and elite rebounding, while Williams offers clean shooting and ball-handling. Deron Rippey Jr. and Bryson Howard add hustle and shooting off the bench. And though Maxime Meyer won’t see any minutes this season, his long-term potential as a versatile big makes him a future cornerstone. This team’s not about one guy—it’s about everyone playing their part. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/097902373e4c03c9