Tatum, Giles, and Bolden vs Smith Jr and Adebayo

[Arlene]

If Duke can land Giles and Bolden early to go along with Tatum then we could probably have our choice between Josh Jackson and Frank Jackson (if we couldn't get both).

In his most recent article, Josh Jackson has Duke as a contender for him and also is watching schools like NC State to see if they land Smith Jr and Adebayo.

Would think Capel could convince the #1 ranked player in 2016 rankings to come play for the defending, national champs who would have the top SF, PF, and Center in the class committed vs NC State with two top guys like Smith and Adebayo.

That would look a lot more favorable to me if I am a shooting gaurd. Have a heck of a time worrying about Josh Jackson with a front court of Giles, Tatum, and Bolden. Hell, worst case is we add Frank Jackson that can play PG or SG, and best case is we add both Josh Jackson and either F Jackson or Smith Jr at the point.

Would be an absolutely filthy class with the possibility of having the top ranked player at their position at all 5 positions. One can dream.

 

[HeLooks2MuchLikeDave]

I haven't seen anything to suggest we have a realistic shot of landing Bolden or Josh Jackson.

 

[Rocketman101]

I haven't seen anything to suggest we have a realistic shot of landing Bolden or Josh Jackson.

We are Duke, if anyone can K can do it.

 

[HeLooks2MuchLikeDave]

True. I'd love K to hit on one of those centers: Bolden, Maker, or Azubuke.

 

[DukeDenver]

True. I'd love K to hit on one of those centers: Bolden, Maker, or Azubuke.

All three are great obviously. Azubuike would be my pick of those three, as his energy is infectious and he's just physically overwhelming. I know Thon is the most skilled, but something about his demeanor bothers me, and his handler/guardian is only concerned with the pros (not that he shouldn't be, but it doesn't quite fit with the Duke spirit). Bolden would be a great fit for Duke just because he's great on defense and is versatile enough to play system ball. Any of the 3 would be great, but it's hard to say which guy has the best character.