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Five-Star Recruit Caleb Gaskins Still on Duke Basketball Radar

Two Duke basketball signees could come in handy should Jon Scheyer extend an offer to their new teammate.

Matt Giles

Duke basketball recruiting prospect Caleb Gaskins
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Caleb Gaskins was one of the first 2026 preps to hear from the Duke basketball staff when the cycle's open contact period tipped off back in mid-June. Now, after transferring from Montverde Academy (Fla.) to Columbus High School (Fla.) to team up with 2025 Blue Devil signees Cameron and Cayden Boozer, it sounds like the 6-foot-8, 205-pound forward continues to draw interest out of Durham.

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Following Columbus' loss to Link Academy (Mo.) at the Jordan Holiday Classic on Sunday, Gaskins explained to ZAGSBLOG's Charlie Parent what he likes about Duke.

"Everybody know it's a really nice program," he said. "They produce pros, so I think it's a really good school."

According to Parent, the Duke recruiters' recent trips to Columbus High School have included check-ins with the five-star Gaskins.

That said, despite his turbocharged competitiveness and lofty ranking at No. 13 overall and No. 3 among power forwards on the 247Sports 2026 Composite, Gaskins hasn't reported an offer from Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer yet.

Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, LSU, and Villanova appear to be his most active suitors. However, Parent suggested that Duke, Baylor, Kansas, Michigan, and South Carolina are worth keeping an eye on in Caleb Gaskins' recruitment.

"[I'm looking] for a school that welcomes me and a school that feels like home," Gaskins noted to Parent, "a school that has a good coaching staff and good environment."

He plans to wait until summer before narrowing down his college options.

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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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