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Duke Basketball Addition 'Showtime Slim' Wins MVP at Showcase Event

Incoming Duke basketball wing Isaiah Evans is one prolific showman.

Matt Giles

Duke basketball signees Isaiah Evans and Cooper Flagg
Duke basketball signees Isaiah Evans and Cooper Flagg / Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports
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As if legendary performances in dramatic upset wins to lead North Meck High School (N.C.) to a state championship this past season weren't enough to satisfy his competitive appetite, 2024 Duke basketball signee Isaiah reminded folks this weekend of his tendency to dominant under bright lights. After all, the five-star's "Showtime Slim" nickname demands it.

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After battling other elite preps for two days at the prestigious Iverson Classic All-American Game in Hampton, Va., Evans left with multiple trophies in hand.

On Friday night, the 6-foot-6, 170-pound forward defeated NC State's top 2024 prize, four-star wing Paul McNeil Jr., for the title hardware in the one-on-one competition:

Evans followed that up on Saturday by winning MVP honors in the main event.

Next-level shot creation. Slick movements all over the court. Silky soft touch from long and short range. Bloodthirsty demeanor. Isaiah Evans, perhaps a tad underrated at No. 15 overall on the 247Sports 2024 Composite, put it all on display once again:

He and Cooper Flagg are the only McDonald's All-Americans in the six-deep Duke basketball recruiting class set to arrive on campus this summer. However, the top-ranked collection includes arguably the cycle's smoothest sharpshooter in four-star forward Darren Harris, along with three other five-star prospects in forward Kon Knueppel and centers Khaman Maluach and Patrick Ngongba II.

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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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