Intriguing New Development on Potential Duke Portal Target Graves

Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer and his staff might not be done just yet.

Scheyer and Co. have already had a monumentally successful offseason, rebuilding for the 2026-27 season with veteran leadership, returning key pieces, and young star talent.

Mar 26, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Jon Scheyer shoots a ball during a practice session ahead of the east regional of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Duke is returning four of its top six scorers from a season ago in Cayden Boozer, Caleb Foster, Dame Sarr, and Patrick Ngongba, along with redshirt freshman Sebastian Wilkins. The Blue Devils also inked the No. 1 overall recruiting class for the third consecutive year.

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Scheyer has tapped into the portal more than he has during his tenure in Durham, bringing in two high-profile additions: John Blackwell from Wisconsin and Drew Scharnowski from Belmont.

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell (25) reacts during the second half of a first round game of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images | Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Duke currently sits with the No. 6 overall transfer portal class, according to 247Sports. However, there have been new updates on former Santa Clara forward Allen Graves, for whom the Blue Devils were reportedly interested when he entered the portal.

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Santa Clara Broncos forward Allen Graves (22) reacts after making a basket against the Kentucky Wildcats during the second half of a first round game of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Duke Potential Suitor for Former Santa Clara Forward Allen Graves

Allen Graves is the No. 4 overall player in the portal per 247Sports. As a redshirt freshman for the Broncos in 2025-26, the…

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