Ranking the top-five Duke players in the NBA during the 2025-26 season

The Duke Blue Devils are known to produce high-level NBA talent out of college, including greats like Grant Hill and JJ Redick. That said, which Duke alum performed the best throughout the 2025-26 NBA season? 5.

Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets) One of Duke's stellar rookies had to be left off of this list. Although Knueppel's scoring numbers took a hit during the final weeks of the season, averaging 18 points on near 50/40/90 efficiency is an incredible feat. Not to mention, Knueppel played in 11 more games than Flagg.

4. Zion Williamson (New Orleans Pelicans) Williamson played in the fewest games (62) of anyone featured on this list; however, his skill set is undeniable. Williamson had a solid year, averaging 21 points, 5.

7 rebounds, 3. 2 assists and one steal on 60% shooting from the field. 3.