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Duke Basketball Recruiting: Nearby Breakout Guard Likes Blue Devils

Duke basketball may hold a "dream school" advantage for one promising North Carolina prep.

Matt Giles

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Jordan Page, one of the premier 2027 North Carolina talents, is averaging 17.3 points and 9.8 rebounds this season. Those are impressive numbers for a 6-foot-4, 170-pound guard at any level, even more so for the mere freshman at Raleigh's Broughton High School, a 30-minute drive from Duke basketball's Cameron Indoor Stadium.

And according to Page's recent chat with 247Sports' Travis Branham, the Blue Devils are a "dream school" in his eyes, along with fellow blueblood Kentucky.

He doesn't have a rating or ranking by his name, as major recruiting sites have yet to stack up 2027 recruits. But after watching the bucket-getting lefty rise to the level of his top-shelf competition at the prestigious John Wall Holiday Invitational, Branham noted that Page "is projecting as a high-major prospect."

Phenom Hoop Report's Patrick O'Brien concurs, offering the following breakdown of Page's clear upside:

"You don't always see players at his age with his frame and what he could potentially be in the coming years. He has a long frame and wingspan that makes you think there is still room for growth as well. But diving more into his game, one can see that Page excels early on in using that frame to his advantage, attacking the basket and finding ways to finish at the rim and over defenders...

"He shows the ability to knock down mid-range shots, especially showing flashes of his one-dribble pull-up with a smooth release and at a controlled pace. You also have to like how he competes on the boards, using that wingspan and athleticism well in other areas."

It might be a year or two until Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer and his cohorts pinpoint any 2027 targets. Nevertheless, Jordan Page looks deserving of at least being on the Blue Devils' early radar in the cycle.

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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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