Wisconsin transfer John Blackwell commits to Duke
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Key Points:
- Duke has secured the commitment of Wisconsin transfer guard John Blackwell, a significant addition to their roster for the 2026-27 season amid expected departures of top scorers Cameron Boozer and Isaiah Evans to the NBA Draft.
- Blackwell averaged 19.1 points per game with strong shooting percentages last season, including 37.5% from three-point range, and scored 30+ points in five games, helping Wisconsin earn a No. 5 seed in the NCAA Tournament.
- Considered one of the most sought-after players in the transfer portal, Blackwell chose Duke over other major programs like UCLA, Illinois, and Louisville.
- Blackwell will join Duke under head coach Jon Scheyer, who aims to lead the team to its sixth national championship after recent postseason struggles.
- Additionally, sophomore guard Cayden Boozer announced his return to Duke, seeking redemption after a challenging end to the NCAA Tournament and having increased his postseason scoring average to 13 points per game.
