Duke’s 2026-27 Roster: Transfer Portal Updates, Additions, and Departures
Jon Scheyer and his staff have moved into the offseason after Duke’s loss in the Elite Eight. The Blue Devils fell to 2-seed UConn on March 29 in Washington, D.C., at Capital One Arena.
Transfer portal window
The NCAA transfer portal opens April 7. The entry window runs for two weeks and closes April 21.
Players may enter after that date only if there is a coaching change. Filmogaz.com will monitor transfer portal updates closely.
Decisions that will shape the roster
Several rotation players face major choices this spring. Their decisions will determine much of Duke’s 2026-27 outlook.
- Isaiah Evans — status undecided.
- Patrick Ngongba — status undecided.
- Dame Sarr — leaning toward return, but not finalized.
- Nik Khamenia — status undecided.
- Caleb Foster — appears more likely to return, but uncertain.
- Cayden Boozer — status undecided.
- Cameron Boozer — consensus top-three draft prospect and expected to turn pro.
Additions and departures
As of the latest update, Duke has not announced any official additions. There also are no confirmed departures.
The program’s reported list of potential exits and returns remains fluid. Filmogaz.com will post updates as commitments or portal moves occur.
Recruiting haul for 2026
247Sports ranks Duke’s 2026 class No. 1 overall. The group includes three five-star recruits and a Canadian four-star center.
- Cameron Williams — five-star, No. 2 overall. He appeared in the McDonald’s All-American Boys Game in Glendale on March 31.
- Deron Rippey Jr. — five-star, rated the top point guard nationally.
- Bryson Howard — five-star, No. 12 overall.
- Maxime Meyer — Canadian four-star seven-footer.
Current roster status
With no confirmed moves, Duke’s roster remains largely intact for now. The final shape will depend on draft decisions and any portal activity.
Expect regular transfer portal updates and reporting on additions and departures at Filmogaz.com.
