The Duke Blue Devils are the No. 1-ranked team in the country and a favorite to win the national championship.
Not only are the Blue Devils dominating with the NCAA Tournament right around the corner, they also have a number of players who are expected to get selected in the 2026 NBA Draft. Let’s take a look at which Duke stars are currently on the NBA’s radar.
Duke Players Currently Projected to Get Picked in 2026 NBA Draft
In PFSN’s most recent 2026 NBA mock draft, the Blue Devils had three players selected, and all three are projected to be first-round picks: forward Cameron Boozer (No. 2 overall to the Indiana Pacers), center Patrick Ngongba II (No. 20 overall to the Toronto Raptors), and Isaiah Evans (No. 21 overall to the Los Angeles Lakers).
Check out PFSN’s scouting report for each Duke star, courtesy of our NBA Mock Draft Simulator.
Cameron Boozer: “Boozer has lived up to every bit of his billing as one of the 2025 class’s elite recruits. At 6’9” with broad shoulders, excellent feel, and an advanced skill set, he combines old-school power with a modern forward’s versatility. The son of former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, Cameron scores efficiently from anywhere, whether facing up, backing down, or stretching the floor with a growing 3-point range.
“His poise and consistency stand out, giving him the look of a player ready to contribute immediately at the next level. Boozer thrives on fundamentals rather than flash, relying on touch, body control, and basketball IQ to dominate within the flow of a game. He’s comfortable facilitating from the post or attacking closeouts, reads defenses like a veteran, and controls the glass with positioning and strength.
“While not super bouncy, his mobility and anticipation make him a sturdy defender across multiple spots. Boozer projects as one of the safest and most well-rounded prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft.”
Patrick Ngongba II: “Ngongba II is a 6-foot-10 big man with the size, length, and polish to impact the game inside. Built with broad shoulders and a strong frame, he’s a classic interior presence who scores with soft touch, patience, and well-developed footwork. His post game is grounded in fundamentals, making him tough to challenge around the rim. Ngongba also flashes vision as a passer.
“On the defensive end, Ngongba leans on positioning and physicality to anchor the paint. He’s not elite athletically but competes with discipline, using his strength and length to contest looks and control the glass. While improving mobility and conditioning would expand his versatility, his touch, decision-making, and interior toughness give him a high floor.”
Isaiah Evans: “Evans is a 6’6” wing with a knack for catching fire and taking over games as a shooter. He brings confidence, microwave scoring, and NBA-caliber range, already standing out at Duke for his ability to hit threes from deep and in bunches. Evans has the tools of an elite floor-spacer, with a quick release, smooth shot, and a feel for scoring off movement or attacking closeouts. His length and agility give him the upside to grow into a multi-level creator as he rounds out his game.
“While Evans still needs to get stronger and may take time to adjust to the NBA’s physicality, his energy, confidence, and willingness to defend make an immediate impact. He flashes disruptive hands and length on defense, with room to improve his consistency as he grows into his frame. If he continues to refine his shot selection, playmaking, and off-ball focus, Evans could quickly become a valuable scoring wing.”
Check out PFSN’s complete 2026 NBA mock draft for the complete two-round projection.
