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Duke Dominates 2026 Recruiting: Top Class Assembled
7 Feb
Summary
- Duke's 2026 class is ranked No. 1 nationally with three 5-star recruits.
- Cameron Williams and Deron Rippey Jr. were named McDonald's All-Americans.
- Duke boasts the most McDonald's All-American selections all-time (97).
Duke basketball coach Jon Scheyer continues to demonstrate exceptional recruiting prowess, currently leading the No. 1 overall 2026 recruiting class according to 247Sports. This highly-touted class is anchored by three five-star commitments, positioning Duke for a potential third consecutive year with the nation's top recruiting class.
The incoming 2026 class features Cameron Williams, ranked as the No. 2 overall player, Deron Rippey Jr., the top point guard, and Bryson Howard, the No. 12 overall player. Williams and Rippey Jr. have earned selections to the prestigious McDonald's All-American Game, highlighting their immediate impact potential.
Duke's historical recruiting success is further underscored by its all-time record of 97 McDonald's All-American selections, the most in college basketball. The Blue Devils have had a commit in the game for 42 consecutive seasons, a streak unmatched by any other program.
