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Future Duke Basketball Sharpshooter Takes Home Peach Jam MVP

Duke basketball commit Darren Harris has officially proved he's underrated.

Matt Giles

Future Duke Basketball Sharpshooter Takes Home Peach Jam MVP
Future Duke Basketball Sharpshooter Takes Home Peach Jam MVP /
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Darren Harris, the first of two Duke basketball prizes in the 2024 recruiting arena, saved his best performance for last at the talent-packed Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., this week.

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On Sunday afternoon in the championship bout, the 6-foot-6, 195-pound sharpshooting small forward out of Paul VI Catholic (Va.) set the tone for his Team Takeover in their 76-61 win over Vegas Elite, wrapping up Peach Jam with an 8-0 record and giving the powerhouse its third title at the prestigious event since 2010.

In the first half alone, Harris tallied 23 points while shooting 8-for-10 from the field and 4-for-4 beyond the arc. He finished with a game-high 28 points and a 5-for-7 clip from downtown, including a deep three in the fourth quarter to put the opponent to sleep.

He added four rebounds and four assists on his way to becoming the 2023 Peach Jam MVP.

For now, Darren Harris boasts only a four-star rating and ranks No. 66 overall on the 247Sports 2024 Composite, down 13 spots from when he announced his commitment to Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer and the Blue Devils in late October.

Look for Harris' ranking to soon rise back to where it belongs, potentially into the top 50 and approaching five-star status.

Duke's other early 2024 commit is North Meck (N.C.) five-star Isaiah Evans, a 6-foot-8, 185-pound smooth small forward who ranks No. 18 overall in the class and pledged his allegiance to the Blue Devils in late April.

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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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