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Duke Scrimmage: Freshmen struggle, stars shine
27 Sep
Summary
- Young players, including freshmen, showed mixed results.
- Veteran players demonstrated impressive offensive skills.
- Defensive weaknesses were noted, particularly for freshmen.
Duke's recent scrimmage video revealed key player performances and areas for development. Veteran guards like Cayden Boozer and Dame Sarr showcased their offensive prowess, with Boozer driving effectively and Sarr displaying improved finishing around the basket.
Freshman guard John Blackwell also emerged as a bright spot, demonstrating an ability to score against older players and impressing with his offensive instincts. Caleb Foster's shooting appeared solid, hitting multiple three-pointers.
However, the scrimmage also highlighted defensive challenges for the younger players. Freshman center Pat Ngongba and 7-1 freshman Maxime Meyer were particularly targeted by opposing players, indicating a need for defensive improvement.
Despite these defensive concerns, the team displayed flashes of good teamwork, including sharp passing from Ngongba and Boozer, leading to easy baskets. Overall, the scrimmage provided valuable learning opportunities for the entire roster.
