Blue Devils are reportedly among the top five finalists for Cedric Coward, a standout wing from Washington State. Despite no confirmed contact between Duke and Coward, the program’s inclusion in his shortlist suggests potential interest.
In terms of high school recruiting, Duke continues to pursue top-tier talent. Brandon McCoy, a 6-foot-4 point guard from Bellflower, California, ranked #2 overall in the 2026 class, and Jordan Smith, a 6-foot-2 shooting guard from Paul VI, ranked #6 overall, are considering committing to the same college as a package deal, with Duke as a potential destination.
Additionally, Duke is actively recruiting Nate Ament, a 6’9″ five-star forward from Highland School, ranked No. 4 in the 2025 class. Ament has postponed his commitment but remains connected to Duke following multiple campus visits.
While no official commitments have been announced, these developments indicate that Duke is actively engaged in strengthening its roster through both the transfer portal and high school recruiting.
