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

Listen to The Devil's Den Podcast for all the latest news and notes surrounding Duke Basketball and Football.

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Latest Episodes

With the news that John Blackwell has pulled out of the NBA Draft and will be playing at Duke next season, Josh, Dustin, and Raul take a look at Duke's loaded backcourt. Topics include:

• How many point guards does Duke actually have?

• Will B... more

Josh, Dustin, and Raul are back to cover an assortment of Duke-related topics:

• Home-and-home series with Illinois announced

• Exhibition with Tennessee in the works

• If Michigan can't secure permission from Big 10 to play on Amazon Prim... more

Josh and Raul are joined by Ben Pfeifer of Essentially Sports and Swish Theory to discuss the upcoming NBA Draft, with a focus on Duke prospects Cam Boozer and Isaiah Evans. Topics include:

• The biggest misconceptions around Cam Boozer's game

... more

Josh, Dustin, and Raul bring you the latest roster and scheduling news. They talk about Dame Sarr returning to Duke, the commitment of Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje, and Duke's monumental new deal with Amazon Prime. They close by discussing Duke alums in N... more

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Recent Guests

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
Cameron Boozer
A young Duke fan and player enthusiast.
Episode: Episode 336 - Florida Reaction and MSU Preview
Jayce McCain
Former Duke player, now a grad assistant with the program, involved in mentorship roles.
Duke University
Episode: Episode 336 - Florida Reaction and MSU Preview
Brendan Marks
Reporter for The Athletic covering sports
The Athletic
Episode: Episode 324 - Brendan Marks of The Athletic
Jeff Goodman
National College basketball analyst at Field of 68
Field of 68
Episode: Episode 317 - Jeff Goodman
Jon Scheyer
Duke men's basketball head coach
Duke University
Episode: Episode 315 - Coach Jon Scheyer
Andre Dawkins
Former Duke player and current high school basketball coach
Charlottesville High School
Episode: Episode 313 - Andre Dawkins
John Watson
Writer for The Devil's Den, covering Duke basketball
The Devil's Den
Episode: Episode 306 - Recruiting and Roster Updates (with John Watson)

Hosts

Josh Smith
Main host of The Devil's Den Podcast with multiple affiliations across Duke Athletics properties; central voice on Duke basketball coverage.
Raul
Co-host providing roster and strategy perspectives within Duke coverage.
Shu
Co-host offering tactical breakdowns and insider observations on Duke basketball.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 143 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 Statesa month ago
  • Greatest Basketball Podcast EVER

    I’m obsessed with these guys and this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesielaine
    United States7 months ago
  • Fantastic

    These guys are incredible

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BTP
    United States9 months ago
  • Football

    Needs more Duke football coverage

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Duke of Memphis
    United States9 months 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 Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Demand for more Duke football coverage is noted by some listeners.
Loyalty and knowledge about Duke basketball shine through, with fans eager for more content and guests.
Audio quality and production consistency are points of improvement mentioned by a subset of fans.
Praise for balanced viewpoints and hosts' passion, with some requests for corrections when critique misses.
Listeners praise deep analysis, insider context, and historical perspective.

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Episode 375 - 2026 NBA Draft (with Ben Pfeifer)
Q: Where do you see Boozer fitting in the NBA draft, and what are the biggest question marks?
Boozer could anchor a modern offense due to his elite off-ball movement and playmaking, and his ceiling could be MVP-level if he continues to develop defensively and expand his shot-making; the biggest questions relate to perimeter defense and ability to stay on the floor against quicker athletes.
Episode 353 - Brian Geisinger
Q: What adjustments might Duke need to make without Pat?
Duke will need to rely more on speed, trap ball screens, and potentially alter their offensive approach to cope with his absence.
Episode 353 - Brian Geisinger
Q: What is Pat's value to Duke's offensive sets?
Pat is integral to Duke's flow and offensive strategy, providing two-way play and helping to initiate and execute plays.
Episode 347 - Evan Miya
Q: What is the most useful metric for evaluating defensive effectiveness?
Evan mentions that he believes defensive impact is best measured through his Bayesian Performance Rating, as it tracks a player's contribution to team success during defensive plays, not just traditional metrics.
Episode 347 - Evan Miya
Q: What generally makes a player successful when transitioning from mid-major to ACC?
Evan shares that while scoring ability is important, players who can also contribute multidimensionally—like passing or defending—tend to succeed better at higher levels.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Duke basketball–focused roundtable that blends deep analysis, historical context, and roster/schedule buzz with a strong fan perspective. Episodes commonly dissect upcoming schedules, non-conference tests, roster churn, transfer dynamics, and potential NBA futures for Duke players, often weaving in NIL, media deals, and high-profile recruiting. A standout quality is the hosts' combination of insider access, passion for the program, and willingness to challenge conventional narratives, which can yield thoughtful debates and useful insights for listeners planning sponsorships or guest opportunities. A recurring strength is timely coverage of roster moves, scheduling developments, and tournament positioning, making it appealing to dedicated ... more

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2. David Becker
3. Cameron Boozer
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