John Blackwell commits to Duke basketball via transfer portal

Duke basketball has gained a commitment from former Wisconsin guard John Blackwell via the transfer portal. Blackwell, ranked No. 7 in USA TODAY's transfer portal rankings, averaged 19.1 points per game last season.
Duke basketball has secured a commitment from John Blackwell, a former Wisconsin guard, through the transfer portal. Blackwell, a 6-foot-4 junior, averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game last season, earning all-Big Ten third-team honors. He is ranked No. 7 in USA TODAY's transfer portal rankings. Blackwell started 72 games in three seasons with Wisconsin and averaged double figures on the Badgers' back-to-back NCAA Tournament teams. He is expected to start in Duke's backcourt alongside returning guard Cayden Boozer. Blackwell was a key player for Wisconsin down the stretch last season, scoring 25, 34, and 31 points in consecutive games.
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