Duke's Ngongba Returns, Boosts Loaded Roster

0:00On April 20, Duke basketball loses stars to the NBA draft every year, and this off-season is no exception, with Cameron Booser and Isaiah Evans both. Projected as first round picks, Booser may be even going number one overall. But Big Man Patrick Nangba the second just dropped big news, he's coming back for his junior year. Earlier this week, Duke announced it on social media after Nangba made his decision public on Monday. He flashed late-season potential despite some nagging injuries that slowed him in the NCAA tournament, showing skills that screen pro level. Fans and scouts love his two-way impact, even if his stats are modest at 10.1 points, and 5.8 rebounds over 23 minutes A. Game. Duke felt his absence in the games he missed, proving he's more than numbers. Defensively, he's versatile, switching across positions without elite size or rim protection. 1.1 blocks per game, but he disrupts offences. Big time. Offensively, his screening opens up the floor.

1:01With five star recruits incoming, point guard Kate and Booser returning, and coach John Shire eyeing the transfer portal, N Gangba steps right into a starting roll. This loaded squad looks prime to dominate again next season.