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Duke Basketball One-And-Done Scores First Preseason Points for Bulls

Duke basketball pro DJ Steward received extended minutes in Chicago's latest preseason contest.

Matt Giles

Former Duke basketball guard DJ Steward
Former Duke basketball guard DJ Steward / Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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DJ Steward played 14 minutes between the Chicago Bull's first two preseason outings. But the 2020-21 Duke basketball guard didn't score in either of those games, finishing 0-for-3 from the field and 0-for-2 from three.

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The third time was the charm for the 23-year-old in the scoring column.

In a 111-107 road loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night, Steward tallied seven points, one rebound, four assists, one steal, and zero turnovers while shooting 3-for-7 from the field and 1-for-3 beyond the arc across his 19 minutes off the bench.

Steward, who delivered a few high-scoring performances for the Bulls in Summer League action back in July, hasn't played in an NBA regular season game since going undrafted in 2021 following his one-and-done campaign in Durham.

That's likely to change this season, though, as the Chicago native inked a two-way contract with the franchise following those prolific displays in Las Vegas.

As for Milwaukee's lone Duke basketball product, the 25-year-old guard Gary Trent Jr., entering his first season with the Bucks after averaging 16.4 points per game across four years with the Toronto Raptors, recorded 10 points, two boards, and two steals in his 26 minutes on the floor as a starter in the preseason win over the Bulls.

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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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