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All-ACC Defender Now Considering Transfer to Duke Basketball Program

Recent reports suggest that Duke basketball is about to host one intriguing transfer.

Matt Giles

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So far, the Duke basketball program has seen six departures from last year’s roster between the transfer portal and the NBA Draft. Head coach Jon Scheyer and the rest of the Blue Devil staff are set to welcome the No.1 recruiting class, but that may not be the only additions to next year’s roster.

On Monday afternoon, On3’s Joe Tipton reported that Syracuse transfer forward Maliq Brown will be in Durham to visit with the Blue Devils beginning on Wednesday, with the visit lasting through Friday. 

The 6-foot-8 sophomore spent his first two seasons with the Orange. Receiving over 20 minutes per game in both seasons, Brown played a combination of games in the starting lineup and off the bench. 

Across 32 outings this past season, the 20-year-old averaged 9.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists while shooting just shy of 70 percent from the field. He also racked up 2.2 steals per game en route to being named to the All-ACC Defensive Team.

Brown’s most impressive showing as a Syracuse sophomore came against the Blue Devils in early January, although that contest ended with Duke defeating the Orange, 86-66, in Cameron Indoor Stadium. He scored a career-high 26 points, shooting 11-for-16 from the field while also grabbing seven boards. 

He has also shown to be an excellent offensive rebounder, with 121 of his 363 career rebounds coming on the offensive glass.

It’s currently unknown what kind of role Maliq Brown could have if he were to join the Duke basketball roster next season. But with two years of ACC experience under his belt, he could be a valuable addition to the team.

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Matt Giles
MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of Duke Blue Devils on SI, North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining SI in 2022, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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