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Duke Lands Top Transfer Guard John Blackwell From Wisconsin

The move gives Jon Scheyer a proven scorer to anchor a retooled backcourt.

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MADISON, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 28: John Blackwell #25 of the Wisconsin Badgers reacts after scoring against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the second half of the game at Kohl Center on January 28, 2026 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • John Blackwell committed to Duke on Tuesday, announcing on social media and confirming the decision to ESPN.
  • The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists last season and was ranked a five-star transfer and No. 3 overall in the portal by 247Sports.
  • His decision followed a Monday visit to Duke after an earlier trip to UCLA, with recruiting insiders noting he canceled a planned Louisville visit before choosing the Blue Devils.
  • Blackwell joins a guard group that includes returnees Cayden Boozer and Caleb Foster and five-star freshman Deron Rippey Jr., filling Duke’s need for an experienced scorer after roster turnover.
  • He said Duke sold him on freedom to play and development toward the NBA draft, framing Durham as the place to win a national title and boost his pro outlook.