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Duke Commit Kager Knueppel Breaks Out With Uncommon Shooting at Peach Jam

His 6-10 frame, unusual three-point stroke and shot-blocking have scouts re-evaluating him as a frontcourt contributor for Jon Scheyer's Duke program.

Overview

  • Kager Knueppel is a confirmed Duke recruit who has shifted coverage from his brother to his own on-court identity.
  • He delivered eye-catching Peach Jam performances, including a 24-point game in which he shot 8-for-13 from three and a semifinal that produced 24 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks.
  • At roughly 6-foot-10, Knueppel projects differently than his older brother because his size allows him to play inside as a center while still stretching the floor.
  • Scouts cite his confident shot, rebounding aggression and shot-blocking as reasons he could contribute early at Duke and pose matchup problems for opponents.
  • A strong showing on the Nike EYBL/Peach Jam circuit typically raises a prospect's college role and national visibility, so Knueppel’s summer breakout could accelerate his playing time expectations and draft attention.