Pat Ngongba Returns to Duke, Boosting Frontcourt

0:00On April 20th, Duke basketball just landed a massive win. Pat and Gangba is returning for his junior season. The big man was a beast last year, anchoring the interior defense while auditioning subtle offense and slick passes that kept Duke's attack flowing. Smooth. I amr. Earlier this week, he made the call to stay put, passing on the NBA draft for now. With name, image and likeness deals turning college hoops pro-level, and Gangba could pocket more green at Duke than a rookie contract right away. Fans and scouts are buzzing. Many pegged him as a first round lock, but reactions split on whether it's pure business or heart. His return shores up Duke's front court big time, giving them continuity and firepower inside. This year's draft class runs deep with talent, making it tough for even strong prospects to climb high. Next season looks thinner, so another year to bulk up stats positions him perfectly for lottery buzz down the line. Either way, it's a calculated play that keeps Duke dominant and

1:02in Gangba on the rise eyes on Cameron Indoor for the show he brings next fall.