The Blue Devils’ trip to San Antonio, after Saturday’s 85-65 win over Alabama, was the product of years of planning to build around Cooper Flagg, and hard-learned lessons.

Freshmen have excelled in Durham for nearly 50 years. This year’s contingent joins a long line of young Duke Blue Devils players making their marks early in their careers. Third-year coach Jon Scheyer discussed the standards they have set on the “Pat McAfee Show.

Krzyzewski served as the head coach at Duke from 1980 to 2022, establishing himself as an NCAA legend. During his time with the Blue Devils, Krzyzewski led Duke to five national titles, 13 Final Four appearances and 15 ACC Tournament titles.