Duke's Isaiah Evans and Maliq Brown were selected in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, marking the Blue Devils鈥� continued success in producing NBA talent. Evans was picked 33rd overall by the Brooklyn Nets, later traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, while Brown went 44th to the San Antonio Spurs. This brings Duke鈥檚 total to three selections in the draft and highlights their strong presence in the NBA over recent years, with 12 picks under head coach Jon Scheyer in just four seasons.

By the Numbers
  • Duke has produced 119 all-time NBA Draft picks, ranking among the top in college basketball history.
  • In the last 10 years, Duke leads the nation with 32 NBA Draft selections.
  • Under Jon Scheyer, 7 out of 12 selections have been in the first round.
State of Play
  • The Blue Devils have had at least one player selected in 27 of the last 29 NBA Drafts.
  • In the past 16 years, Duke has consistently produced at least one first-round pick.
  • Only the Toronto Raptors have never selected a Duke player in the NBA Draft.
What's Next

The trend suggests Duke will continue producing NBA talent, especially with a strong recruitment strategy under Scheyer. Future drafts are likely to see more Blue Devils entering the league, maintaining their reputation as a powerhouse in developing professional players.

Bottom Line

Duke Basketball remains a leading program in producing NBA talent, evidenced by their consistent draft success and historical significance. Evans and Brown's selections underscore the ongoing legacy of Duke in the professional arena.