Duke Basketball Roundup

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  #846 - Champaign Victory and the full schedule arrives! 14.09.2026 50min

  It was a packed weekend of Duke sports starting with a huge victory for the football Blue Devils on the road at Illinois. The DBR Podcast crew breaks down an impressive outing that began with the Nate Train rumbling for big yards and ended with the defensive secondary making big plays to seal the win. As Manny Diaz notes, the fact that Duke has now beaten two teams it lost to a year ago speak volumes about the quality of the current Blue Devils. After the break, Jason and Donald dive into some basketball news. They start with the release of the full ACC schedule, which includes a murderous final stretch that is sure to test Duke and prepare the team for March Madness. The guys also talk about the NBA All-Stars who showed up on campus this weekend for a gather of the Brotherhood. What did we learn from watching Jayson Tatum, Kyrie Irving, and Paolo Banchero take on the current Duke team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #845 - Tough test against Illini awaits 09.09.2026 43min

  The Duke Blue Devils hit the road this weekend for a big test on the gridiron against Illinois. We preview the game on Episode 845. The Illini won their opening game last weekend against UAB, and Jason and Donald go through what they did well and some areas that Duke could create an advantage. It’s a tough game, but if Duke plays well and improves in some areas, they have the ability to beat Illinois and make a statement in the process. We then get into some of the details of the activities that will take place before and during Countdown to Craziness on October 3rd. From a fan fest in K-Ville to tours and a dunk contest, Countdown sounds like it’s going to be a lot of fun! Plus, it’s the best time to be introduced to the women’s and men’s basketball teams, and we like that there’s a lot of activities for everyone regardless of whether they have a ticket. We end on a sad note with a tribute to Cindy Hemmerich, wife of our friend Mike who passed away suddenly on Monday night. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homestream (use DBRFOOTBALL10 or DBRBASKETBALL10 to save 10% off subscription), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #844 - Opening Week Win & SCRIMMAGE VIDEO!!! 06.09.2026 1t 11min

  This is what all of you basketball maniacs have been waiting for this summer... our first extended peek at the team via a practice scrimmage video. Rest assured, Jason and Donald of the DBR Podcast are taking a deep dive into everything we learned from the video. Jason even tracked all the stats so you can know who led the team in scoring and assists. But, this episode of your favorite Duke podcast begins with a discussion of the opening victory by the Blue Devil football dudes. The Nate Train was rolling all over Tulane and the D was also impressive. Have a listen as the guys try to figure out, "is Duke this good or was Tulane that bad?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #843- Tulane comes to town and the Edward Jones Logo 03.09.2026 54min

  The Duke Basketball Roundup sheds its hoops focus for a moment because Duke Football is upon us. Jason and Donald get ready for the first game of the season by talking a bit about Duke's new roster and also providing a preview of what to expect from the Tulane Green Wave as they visit Wally Wade. After the break, the guys dive into the week's big basketball news, that Duke is adding a corporate logo to the Cameron floor. The DBR Pod has no problem with the Edward Jones partnership and looks ahead to how this kind of thing could evolve into other deals in the future. The guys wrap up the episode with some comments on a top tier class of 2028 hoops recruit who has scheduled a visit to Durham. How likely is Duke to land Colton Hiller?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #842 - Wanna bet on how Duke will do? 31.08.2026 53min

  While the Duke Basketball Roundup has made exactly zero wagers on the coming season, the podcast crew are still fascinated by what "Vegas" thinks of Duke's prospects for the coming year. Jason recently found himself in Atlantic City and checked out some of the odds on Duke and its players to accomplish various feats this year. If you have a notion of how many points John Blackwell will average or how many games Duke and Florida might combine to win this year, this is an episode of the podcast you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #841 - Get Familiar With Duke! 25.08.2026 52min

  With not a ton of news to discuss, it’s time to get familiar with our Duke men’s basketball team! We do that on Episode 841. Duke has released a series of posts on Instagram called “Get Familiar” that introduce us to almost all of the players on the team, whether they are returning or new faces. Donald and Jason detail the facts about each player that they enjoyed learning about the most. We have one guy who can bake a delicious banana bread and another who said he would be a F1 driver if he didn’t play basketball! It’s a fun look into the personalities that comprise the team this season. We also discuss Caleb Foster’s past couple of weeks, where he’s worked out with Jayson Tatum and is fostering a puppy named Titan that is training to be a service dog! We want Titan content all season long, but we also discuss the importance of CFos’ relationship with the CBO. We also discuss CBS Sports’ poll to coaches and how many picked Duke as the best team in the country entering the preseason. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #840 - Preparing to defend a football title (w/ Anna Snyder) 20.08.2026 38min

  Duke Football is close to opening up their season as the defending ACC champions. What’s in store for them? On Episode 840, we speak with Anna Snyder of the Fayetteville Observer on where the football team is at as they finish out the preseason. The biggest question facing the Blue Devils this season: who will start at QB? All signs point to either transfer Walker Eget or sophomore Dan Mahan. Whoever is under center, they will have Nate Sheppard to hand the ball to and Jeremiah Hasley to throw the ball downfield to as they try to put points on the board. Anna takes us through the offense and defense and speaks to what qualities will be the calling card for Duke this season as they seek to defend their title against all doubters. We also dip a bit into the basketball, asking Anna about the summer and which players have been the ones to stand out in practice. We also see which non-conference games have her the most excited about the season as Duke hopes to add to their banner collection atop Cameron Indoor Stadium. We end the show with an update on Mike Corey’s recovery from a tragic car accident that claimed the life of his son, Teddy. Mike physically is doing much better and appreciates all the well-wishes. Emotionally, that toll will take a bit longer for him and his family to process. A memorial fund has been established in Teddy’s honor, and we encourage everyone to share it widely and pay tribute to Teddy’s life that was taken far too soon. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #839 - Full Non-Con Schedule is Here 09.08.2026 42min

  The final few pieces of the 2026-27 non-conference schedule have been announced and, whew, it is a doozy! DBR Podcast co-hosts, Jason and Donald, hop on to go through it and highlight some of the interesting quirks and realities of the whole thing. The guys also dig into the first full Duke Blue Planet episode of the upcoming season and what little nuggets it holds.After the break, the podcast team cannot resist talking about the Save College Sports act which is inching closer and closer to becoming law. What does it mean for the future of Duke athletics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #838 - Preseason schedule, meet legal chaos 02.08.2026 54min

  Duke has its preseason schedule set, and legal chaos has added an entire class of athletes back to the player pool. Jason and Donald dissect it all on Episode 838. First off, Duke has announced their preseason schedule: a home scrimmage against Belmont on October 8th, a home preseason game against Tennessee on October 20th, and then traveling to Allen Fieldhouse to face Kansas in a preseason game on October 25th. We go through what those games can bring for the Blue Devils as they prepare for the season. We also get into the ACC preseason rankings for football. Duke, the defending ACC champions, are once again disrespected as they are picked to finish 10th. Jeremiah Hasley does get some love in the All-ACC Preseason Team. After the break, we dive into the legal chaos that ensued on Friday as 2 court rulings essentially made it where every student-athlete in the incoming Class of 2022 are eligible for a 5th year of competition. We discuss how that and pending Congressional legislation could open the door for some players to come back to college sports, with the caveat that the courts could reverse their decision at any time. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #837 - Ruben Boumtje-Boumtje speaks on JoJo's path to Duke 28.07.2026 39min

  On Episode 837, we have a very special interview! We get to chat with Ruben Boumtje-Boumtje, the father of incoming freshman Joakim Boumtje Boumtje! JoJo has had a non-traditional journey to a traditional pathway to the NBA due to Ruben’s career in the NBA, overseas, and now as an executive for the Basketball Africa League. We start by discussing Joakim’s path and what Ruben and his family was looking for in a place for JoJo to develop into the budding star he has become. We ask Ruben if Joakim is really 7’2” and where he thinks JoJo can get even better as he starts at Duke. We also get into the BAL and how it has grown to be a pipeline of talent to the college level as players aspire to make it to the NBA. We talk about how the league is coming along and what its future holds as Africa becomes a major power in the sport. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #836 - Duke-Michigan axed, but Duke goes to new heights 24.07.2026 44min

  We’re back with Episode 836 as some schedule news and team updates had us reacting on a Friday morning! Donald and Jason start off with the reports that the Duke-Michigan game has been canceled due to the dispute Fox and the Big Ten had with Amazon Prime broadcasting the game. Instead, Duke will reportedly face Texas Tech on December 21st at Madison Square Garden. We react to the news that an elite matchup is making way for a still very strong matchup. Army also has announced that their game against Duke will open up the 2026-27 season on November 2nd. We discuss the knowledge that our great matchup against West Point will be the season opener. After the break, we get into Javin DeLaurier coming back to Duke to serve as a player development assistant for the team. Having members of The Brotherhood come back to help out the current team is always welcomed, and we love Javin in this role. We then get into the heights and weights for the 2026-27 team that were released yesterday. Biggest note: we have some SIZE. We end by sending some love to one of our own after an unspeakable tragedy. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #835 - Recruiting Report from Peach Jam 19.07.2026 51min

  The Peach Jam, the end of the EYBL AAU season, is wrapping up and we got a lot of info on some of Duke's prime targets as well as Jon Scheyer's lone commit thus far in the 2027 class, Kager Knueppel. Who was the Duke coach watching and who put on a show for him? The latest edition of the Duke Basketball Roundup has all the intel. Plus, Jason and Donald dive into ACC Football Media Day and what they heard from Manny Diaz. And the guys also look at an intriguing list of which sport is king at various power conference schools. Can you guess what rules the roost for the Boston College Eagles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #834 - NBA Dukies showing out in Summer League 12.07.2026 54min

  They may have moved on to the next level, but they remain beloved Dukies. The latest edition of the DBR podcast takes a look at how Cam Boozer and others are faring in NBA summer League action. There are plenty of interesting stories about Isaiah Evans, Maliq Brown, and guys still hoping for a big NBA shot like Trevor Keels and DJ Steward.  After the break, Jason and Donald dive into a new trend in recruiting, the kids showing up on campus a year earlier than expected. From Jojo Boumtje-Boumtje at Duke to new recruits at UCLa and Texas, this is becoming a trend. Are they making Two-and-done into a new thing?​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #833 - JBB the MVP and ACC NIL intel 06.07.2026 46min

  In a matter of weeks, Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje has become perhaps the most hyped recruit on the planet. His latest accomplishment was winning the MVP of the FIBA U17 World Cup leading an incredibly talented Team USA in scoring and rebounding and 3-point shooting. The Duke Basketball Roundup watched a bunch of the FIBA tournament, including every second of the championship game on Sunday. The podcast guys break down everything they have seen from JBB as he prepares to arrive on Duke's campus in the very near future. After the break, Jason and Scott dive into the topic of NIL spending with a breakdown on which ACC programs are spending what on their rosters. While the top of the list may not carry many surprises, you may find some unexpected names in the lower tiers of NIL spending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  DBR Bites #168 - True Brotherhood: Kager Knueppel Commits! 30.06.2026 27min

  Another one!! Kager Knueppel commits to Duke suddenly, so Donald and Jason jump on quickly to discuss it on an emergency DBR Bites! We're truly excited about Kager deciding to come to Duke, and we get a chance to talk quickly about his game and what he brings to the Blue Devils. It creates some intriguing size for the 2027-28 team as well with Kager now standing 6'10" and shooting up the high school rankings. We talk about the growing Knueppel pipeline and what it means to now have Kager as the latest. Kager's not the only guy that Duke is coveting in the Class of 2027. We also briefly discuss a couple more guys that are on Duke's radar that could be terrific pieces to another awesome recruiting class. We'll hopefully be back later this week, but wanted to make sure we screamed from the rooftops: ANOTHER ONE! Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #832 - More Draft analysis, Boumtje Boumtje takes over FIBA U-17s 29.06.2026 46min

  We're back with Episode 832 as Jason and Donald finally have the time to record together! We start by recapping Donald's trip to date for the World Cup and the travel he has left on the docket. We then shift to the basketball, starting by giving some in depth analysis on Maliq Brown being drafted by the San Antonio Spurs. Donald also gets to briefly add his thoughts on Isaiah Evans going to the Minnesota Timberwolves. We then get into Joakim Boumtje Boumtje balling out with Team USA at the FIBA U-17 World Cup. He's been doing really well and we talk about his progress over the past couple of months since he committed. We also get into recruiting as Duke has offered a couple of highly ranked recruits in the Class of 2028. We discuss how the new 5 in 5 rule passed by the NCAA could affect high school recruiting, particularly over the next couple of seasons. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #831 - NBA Draft Recap 25.06.2026 48min

  There was exciting news and also a little bit of a bummer when it came to Dukies and the NBA Draft this year. The Duke Basketball Roundup guys hopped on to do a pod shortly after Isaiah Evans was taken in the second round (they wrapped up only minutes before Maliq Brown was picked -- bad timing). And while Isaiah's slip may have surprised some Duke fans, the podcast guys explain that it may not really matter all that much in the grand scheme of things. The DBR pod also breaks down the expected result at the top of the draft as Cameron Boozer went #3 and finds himself in a pretty good situation in Memphis. And, before they sign off, the pod crew talks a bit about Duke's West Coast trip in November which will find them playing an unexpected foe in an unexpected place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  DBR Bites #167 - JBB Balls Out in Team USA Tryouts 21.06.2026 47min

  Guess who is back from vacation? Jason Evans returns to the DBR Podcast just in time to talk a bit about his favorite semi-international Dukie, Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje. JBB was trying out for the Team USA U17 World Cup team this past week and we got some good intel on how his game stacked up against some of the best teenaged American players around. Jason and Scott Rich break down what they have heard about JBB and how he projects at Duke over the next couple seasons. After the break, the DBR Podcast crew also dive into the latest social media videos being put out by the Duke basketball team, including a very revealing look at the newest member of the Duke coaching staff, KJ Conklin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #830 - NBA Draft Preview: Maliq Brown (w/ Jay Bilas) 19.06.2026 28min

  The NBA Draft Preview series concludes on Episode 830 as we discuss the final Duke player eligible for the draft, Maliq Brown. One again, Jay Bilas is back to speak on Maliq's qualities and how his game translates to the next level. He obviously needs to continue to work on his offense, but can his defense carry him in the Association? After Jay wraps up, Donald and Scott react and give our final predictions on a) if Maliq will hear his name called in the second round, and b) where he could go if drafted. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  #829 - NBA Draft Preview: Isaiah Evans (w/ Jay Bilas) 17.06.2026 25min

  We're back with Episode 829 as we continue our NBA Draft Preview series with Isaiah Evans! One again, we hear from Jay Bilas as he gives us the skinny on what Slim can do at the next level. What are teams most excited about? Where can he improve? What's his floor/ceiling? We discuss all of it with Jay. Then, Donald and Scott are back to recap it and offer our predictions on where Evans will be picked. Look out for the final episode in our NBA Draft Preview series later this week as we discuss Maliq Brown's prospects. Make sure you’re following us! Head to our Linktree to get all our available social media and links to follow and subscribe to the show. That includes our affiliate partnerships, from Fanatics and SLAM (use the code DBR15 to save 15%), Homefield Apparel (use the code DBRPODCAST to save 15% off your first order), to the NBA Store, NFL Shop, and even Fubo TV. Save some cash on the latest gear or follow the Blue Devils on the go by hitting those affiliate links and it helps support the show as well. We are now on YouTube and Instagram! Subscribe there, rate, and review our episodes on there and everywhere you get your podcasts. Also, follow us on Bluesky ⁠@DukeRoundup⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices