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Surging Prospect Secures Spot on Duke Basketball Wishlist

The Duke basketball staff is now in the mix for North Carolina recruit Kohl Rosario.
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It sure seemed like a Duke basketball offer was in the works for Moravian Prep (N.C.) guard and breakout EYBL sensation Kohl Rosario. Indeed, it was, as recent Blue Devil interest led to the 6-foot-5, 185-pound potent scorer's official placement on the 2026 recruiting wishlist in Durham.

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Rosario announced the offer from fourth-year Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer via the following post on social media, also giving a shoutout to the program's lead recruiter for his services in third-year Blue Devil assistant coach Emanuel Dildy:

At No. 96 overall on the 247Sports 2026 Composite, Rosario becomes the lowest-ranked prospect among the handful of full-fledged Duke targets in the cycle. He checks in at No. 14 among shooting guards and No. 3 in North Carolina.

His ranking is undoubtedly due for a bump, though, in light of eye-popping grassroots performances this spring, including Rosario's recent 30-point effort without missing a single shot from the field.

The Blue Devils, who boast a loaded 2025 haul that gives Scheyer his third top-ranked class in four tries at the helm, have seen neither a commitment nor rejection thus far in the 2026 recruiting arena.

Stay tuned to Duke Blue Devils On SI for more Duke basketball recruiting news.

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Matt Giles
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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