Another five-star Duke basketball commit announces transfer

Sean Stewart can now help Duke play "Capture the Flagg."

Matt Giles | Aug 4, 2022

Duke basketball recruiting pledge Sean Stewart (Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports)

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Montverde Academy (Fla.) has recently been kind to the Duke basketball recruiters, producing former one-and-done star RJ Barrett and projected one-and-done freshman Dariq Whitehead.

Now, five-star 2023 Duke pledge Sean Stewart is heading to the prep juggernaut, winner of a record six GEICO Nationals titles.

The 6-foot-8 physical power forward, who recently jumped one spot to No. 8 overall on the 247Sports 2023 Composite, announced his move from Windermere High School (Fla.) to Montverde on Thursday.

Stewart's news comes three days after fellow 2023 Duke commit Mackenzie Mgbako, a five-star small forward who ranks No. 2 in the country, revealed his transfer from Gill St. Bernard's School (N.J.) to powerhouse Roselle Catholic (N.J.).

A Duke basketball behind-the-scenes recruiting opportunity

This season, Sean Stewart will be a senior at Montverde and a teammate to a heralded Duke basketball recruiting target on the 2025 trail in five-star small forward Cooper Flagg, a beyond-his-years talent who ranks No. 3 overall on the 2025 ESPN 25.

Flagg has noted on several occasions that he grew up a fan of the Blue Devils. However, childhood fandoms don't always translate into commitments.

But it shouldn't hurt Duke's chances to have Stewart helping to play "Capture the Flagg" by staying in the phenom's ear about the Blue Devils every chance he gets.

Sean Stewart is part of a four-deep Duke haul that ranks No. 1 on the 247Sports 2023 Team Rankings. The other members of the versatile group are Mackenzie Mgbako, five-star point guard Caleb Foster, and five-star shooting guard Jared McCain.

Stay tuned to Blue Devil Country for more Duke basketball recruiting updates.

Published Aug 4, 2022

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.