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Duke Basketball Recruiting: Chris Carrawell Visits Five-Star

Signs suggest the Duke basketball coaches are all-in with one 2026 pursuit.
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Duke basketball recruiting target Jordan Smith Jr.
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Duke basketball associate head coach Chris Carrawell was at Paul VI Catholic High School (Va.) on Wednesday to check in on five-star Blue Devil target Jordan Smith Jr., the 6-foot-3, 195-pound junior guard informed HS Top Recruits on Thursday evening. Louisville assistant Brian Kloman was also on hand for the coveted 2026 prospect.

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Smith, No. 7 overall and No. 3 among shooting guards on the 247Sports 2026 Composite, noted to HS Top Recruits that Duke, Louisville, Arkansas, Syracuse, and Georgetown have been the most active in his recruitment of late.

Of course, Duke basketball enjoys one potential advantage in that the Blue Devils have reeled in four Paul VI talents this decade. That list includes a trio of guards in Jeremy Roach, Trevor Keels, and current freshman Darren Harris.

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Plus, Smith plans to be in Durham for an unofficial visit with the Blue Devils in two weeks, marking Duke's first visitor in the 2026 cycle.

It's too early to anticipate a commitment from Jordan Smith Jr. But the Blue Devils' high activity level in the battle and the 17-year-old's upcoming trip to Duke point to third-year head coach Jon Scheyer and his crew being prime contenders for his high-octane game.

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Stay tuned to Duke Blue Devils On SI for more on the Jordan Smith Jr. sweepstakes and other Duke basketball news.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of Duke Blue Devils on SI, North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining SI in 2022, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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