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Five-Star Duke Basketball Target Addresses Reclass Question

Duke basketball has been in pursuit of Brayden Burries since July, and he continues to mention the Blue Devils as contenders.

Matt Giles

Duke basketball recruiting target Brayden Burries
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Eleanor Roosevelt High School (Calif.) junior Brayden Burries, whose smooth 3-point stroke, sturdy frame, and innate instincts bring to mind 2023-24 Duke basketball sharpshooter and fellow California product Jared McCain, hasn't entirely ruled out the option to reclassify from 2025 to 2024 and arrive on the college scene next season.

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However, as the 6-foot-4, 200-pound guard explained to 247Sports' Eric Bossi this past weekend, he's unlikely to make that move. in fact, he might even hold out until next spring before deciding on a winner in the loaded race for his services.

"I don't think I will [reclass]," Burries told Bossi. "I'm not in a rush."

The five-star prospect picked up a Duke basketball offer last summer and has risen 17 spots to No. 13 overall on the 247Sports 2025 Composite since visiting the Blue Devils back in September.

"It was great atmosphere," Burries noted to Bossi about his trip to Durham. "I would just say that it was great vibes over there."

Thus far, Duke is the only East Coast suitor he's checked out in person. The only other trips in his recruitment were to Arizona, UCLA, and Southern Cal, although he hopes to visit more schools in the coming months and has yet to publicly eliminate from contention any of the roughly two dozen programs that have extended him an offer.

Brayden Burries is one of eight on an exclusively five-star 2025 Duke basketball wishlist that has yet to yield a commitment for Jon Scheyer and his staff.

Stay tuned to Blue Devil Country on SI for more Duke basketball recruiting news.

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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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