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Duke Basketball
Duke University
College Basketball
NCAA Tournament
Cooper Flagg
NCAA
Cam Boozer
ACC
NCAA Basketball
Basketball
Caleb Foster
Duke
ACC Tournament
NBA Draft
Texas Tech
Transfer Portal
Cameron Boozer
Louisville
John Shire
Jon Scheyer

The Devil's Den Podcast breaks down all of the latest news surrounding Duke Basketball.

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Latest Episodes

Josh, Dustin, and Raul react to Duke's 90-84 exhibition win over Kansas on the road.

(1:15) - Appreciation for Bill Self and Tyran Stokes

(5:00) - How Self's adjustments opened up the paint for Pat Ngongba

(11:20) - John Blackwell 's unreal effic... more

Josh, Dustin, and Raul react to Duke's 103-64 blowout exhibition win over the Tennessee Volunteers.

(2:35) - Initial thoughts 

(7:10) - Pace of play 

(10:10) - Dame Sarr 

(12:25) - Defensive intensity

(13:15) - Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje  

(14:45... more

Josh, Dustin, and Raul react to the Preseason ACC Media Poll before previewing next week’s exhibition against Tennessee. 

(3:30) - Duke picked by media to win ACC

(16:05) - All-ACC teams  

(24:20) - Is Thijs de Ridder the right pick for ACC Player... more

Josh, Dustin, and Raul react to Duke’s 102-62 exhibition win over Belmont. 

(3:35) - Dame Sarr’s sophomore leap 

(8:55) - Cam Williams’s spot in the rotation 

(13:50) - Defensive intensity and scheme 

(18:00) - Deron Rippey

(24:05) - Joaquim Bou... more

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Recent Guests

Brendan Marks
Writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Episode 391 - Brendan Marks on the 2026-27 Season
Hugh Straine
Writer at Duke Blue Devils on SI, Sports Illustrated Network; host of the Duke Blue Devils Insider Podcast
SI Duke Blue Devils on SI; Duke Blue Devils Insider Podcast
Episode: Episode 390 - ACC Schedule (with Hugh Straine)
Terrence Oglesby
Former Clemson guard and current college basketball analyst
ESPN/College Basketball Analyst
Episode: Episode 387 - Terrence Oglesby
Isaac Trotter
Analyst covering grassroots basketball for CBS/247Sports
CBS Sports / 247Sports
Episode: Episode 385 - Isaac Trotter Talks Peach Jam
Jeff Goodman
College basketball journalist
Field of 68 / veteran college basketball writer
Episode: Episode 383 - Jeff Goodman
Brian Geisinger
Duke basketball analyst, 247Sports writer, co-host of BuzzBeat Podcast, Substack writer
247Sports; Buzz Beat Podcast; Split the Action (Substack)
Episode: Episode 378 - Brian Geisinger on John Blackwell and Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje
Ben Pfeifer
NBA draft analyst
Essentially Sports, Swish Theory
Episode: Episode 375 - 2026 NBA Draft (with Ben Pfeifer)
David Becker
Friend of the pod, Duke fan and guest analyst
Duke Athletics (appears as guest on episode)
Episode: Episode 361 - UNC Pt. II: Preview
John Watson
Writer and analyst for The Devil's Den
The Devil's Den
Episode: Episode 351 - UNC Preview (with John Watson)

Hosts

Josh Smith
Host with extensive involvement across episodes, often guiding roster and strategy discussions.
Raul Chu
Co-host contributing to roster analysis and debate on coaching, analytics, and player development.
Shu
Co-host offering counterpoints and historical Duke context to discussions on players and schedules.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings
  • Suggestion

    Love the show. I have a guest suggestion for the offseason. - Evan Miyakawa. Would love to hear his analytical breakdown of Duke’s 2026-27 roster.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bradjenk
    United States6 months ago
  • Greatest Basketball Podcast EVER

    I’m obsessed with these guys and this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesielaine
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic

    These guys are incredible

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BTP
    United Statesa year ago
  • Football

    Needs more Duke football coverage

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Duke of Memphis
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of my favorite CBB podcast BUT….

    ….Constantly find myself wanting to comment on topics / players discussed.

    Providing additional support for certain comments made incorrectly as a college🏀junkie & DUKE die hard the past 40+ yrs.

    Then again, there’s a reason why I don’t have a DUKE podcast.

    💙this team, interchangeable parts & options but just to clarify as someone who watched Isaiah Slim Reaper Evans thru his HS career….he’s capable of dominating games more than his AUB effort.

    So far he’s been overly cautious w/ handles... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DukeBrewCrew
    United States2 years ago

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Audio quality complaints appear occasionally but content quality remains high.
Fans appreciate balanced perspectives and strong historical context.
The show has deep Duke basketball knowledge and insider-like analysis.

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Talking Points

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Episode 386 - One-and-Done Draft
Q: Why choose Kyrie Irving as a lead guard despite limited college tenure?
Because his elite ball-handling, playmaking, and scoring ability can instantly elevate the offense, and the discussion focuses on maximizing fit and playmaking with other high-tier Duke alums.
Episode 387 - Terrence Oglesby
Q: How do you think Duke's current roster and development under Scheyer compare to past Duke teams?
Terrence observed that Scheyer has built a deep, versatile lineup with strong guard play and length, emphasizing how the program maintains consistency and competes at a high level.
Episode 387 - Terrence Oglesby
Q: What were the key differences between playing college basketball and Europe after Clemson?
He recalled the humility required, the uncertainty of pay, lengthy travel, and the adaptability needed to succeed in different basketball cultures.
Episode 387 - Terrence Oglesby
Q: What was it like playing in Cameron Indoor Stadium against Duke, especially in that era?
Terrence described the electrifying atmosphere, the heightened intensity, and how it tested players' focus, while also noting Duke's methodical offense contrasted with Clemson's explosive athleticism.
Episode 378 - Brian Geisinger on John Blackwell and Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje
Q: What is Blackwell's likely role in Duke's offense next season?
He is expected to be a high-usage shooter who also creates value off movement and screens, functioning as a quasi point guard in some sets while anchoring off-ball actions and spacing for the backcourt.

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A fast-paced Duke basketball discussion that blends deep roster analysis with lighthearted, strategic banter. Episodes frequently cover roster moves, coaching decisions, scheduling twists, and the evolving role of analytics and NIL in building a competitive program. The trio also roams into long-form, playful exercises like alumni-based drafts and thoughtful critique of current players, offering a mix of historical context, game breakdowns, and insider-type commentary that appeals to hardcore Duke fans and basketball nerds alike. A standout aspect is the strong emphasis on data-driven insights and strategic lineup discussions, paired with accessible, fan-friendly storytelling that keeps the discussion engaging beyond pure X's-and-O's.

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3. Terrence Oglesby
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