Point guard Deron Rippey Jr. has committed to Duke, selecting the Blue Devils over NC State, Tennessee, Miami, and Texas. Ranked as the No. 16 overall prospect and the No. 3 point guard in the nation, Rippey expressed that Duke’s aggressive playstyle aligns with his own and emphasized his desire to win a national championship. He is the third five-star commitment in Duke’s 2026 class, joining Cameron Williams and Bryson Howard, and praised Coach Jon Scheyer for his strong connection with players.
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