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Duke Coaches Scheyer & Paulus Face Off in Brotherhood Game
22 Nov
Summary
- Jon Scheyer and Greg Paulus, former Duke backcourt teammates, now coach opposing teams.
- The game is part of Duke's Brotherhood Run, featuring former players as coaches.
- Freshman Cameron Boozer led Duke to a win with 18 points and a key late-game play.
Former Duke Blue Devils backcourt stars Jon Scheyer and Greg Paulus will face each other Friday night, but this time on opposite benches as coaches. This unique matchup is part of Duke's Brotherhood Run, a series honoring former players who now lead college basketball programs.
Scheyer, in his fourth season, guides the current No. 5 Duke Blue Devils, while Paulus, in his seventh year, leads the Niagara Purple Eagles. Duke recently secured a significant 78-66 victory over No. 24 Kansas, with freshman Cameron Boozer delivering a standout performance including 18 points and a pivotal play that sealed the win.
This season, Duke relies heavily on a young core of four freshmen and three sophomores. The team demonstrated resilience and character in their win against Kansas, committing only two turnovers in the second half and shutting down the opponent's scoring. Paulus expressed that the experience of returning to Duke holds special significance for him, shaping him as a person and competitor.
