Overview
- Howard announced his decision Tuesday on a live CBS Sports YouTube broadcast as Duke secured its first 2026 commit.
- The 6-foot-5 left-handed wing from Frisco, Texas, and son of former NBA All-Star Josh Howard, chose the Blue Devils over North Carolina and Kentucky.
- He vaulted up the rankings after a standout Nike EYBL run, averaging 19.7 points, 6.0 rebounds and 46.2% from three in 21 games for Pro Skills.
- He praised an official visit to Durham that included dinner at Jon Scheyer's home, saying it felt like home.
- Duke, which landed the No. 1 recruiting classes in the past two cycles, continues to recruit top 2026 targets, with five-star guard Deron Rippey Jr. visiting this week after hosting big man Maxime Meyer.