First Domino Falls in Duke's Transfer Portal Saga
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The NCAA Transfer Portal opened recently and will close on April 21, after which players can only enter due to coaching changes.
- Duke basketball faces an uncertain offseason with key players deciding between returning, entering the NBA Draft, or transferring; Maliq Brown and likely Cameron Boozer are confirmed departures.
- Sophomore Darren Harris is the first Duke player to enter the transfer portal, having struggled for consistent playing time over two seasons despite being a highly rated recruit.
- Harris showed potential as an elite shooter and 3-and-D player but saw limited minutes in key games, prompting his decision to seek opportunities elsewhere.
- Given his shooting ability, Harris is expected to earn significant playing time at most Division I programs outside of Duke's highly talented roster.
