Brock Davis: Duke's Surprise Star

0:00Reporting from The Daily News. Now I'm Corey, with the story, with the latest in Durham. Duke basketball fans got a surprise this week with Brock Davis joining the Blue Devils roster for the postseason. The senior practice player earned a jersey just before the ACC tournament after injuries sideline key starters. Now as the number one seat, Duke faces CNN on Thursday night in the NCAA tournament opener and Davis is suiting up from the bench. Davis' call-up came out of nowhere from assistant coaches, filling a spot in a shortened rotation down to seven players. At six feet four inches, he's a physical presence who brings energy and practice. His dad, Brian Davis, played for Duke in the late 80s and early 90s, contributing to back-to-back national titles and even getting drafted to the NBA. Teammates like All-American Cam Bouser and freshman Dame Tsar, raved about Davis' daily grind and positive attitude. Some media lit up after fans spotted him on the bench during the ACC win over Florida

1:01State, with post-joking about the mystery guy. Everyone agrees his hard work behind the scenes made this moment special. As the scout team stand out, Davis mimics opponents, defend stars, and stays late to help. Tsar credits him for building toughness early in the season, even working out on off days with motivating words. It's the unseen role that keeps elite programs sharp in March. Looking ahead, Davis eyes an acting career after graduation, inspired by films like The Godfather, Part 2. His teammates already joke about casting him as a boxer or superhero, but they're united and pride for their new blue devil, as Duke chases another, title. D&N is sponsored by our partner. You know what is better than earbuds in bed? No earbuds at all. S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM