Episode 318 - Brian Geisinger Talks Kon Knueppel and Jordan Smith Jr.

The Devil's Den: A Duke Athletics Podcast

Josh, Dustin, and Raul are joined by Brian Geisinger, writer for 247Sports and cohost of the Buzz Beat Podcast. First they discuss the recent NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets, which saw them selecting former Duke players Kon Knueppel and Sion James. Topics include:

• Knueppel leading Charlotte to its first ever Summer League Championship
• Whether the completeness of Knueppel's game is properly appreciated by the national media
• What role Knueppel will have in Charlotte's deep guard rotation
• How Knueppel will function as a playmaker without a true lob threat
• Sion James' need to be more aggressive on offense in order to stick in the rotation

Then they turn their attention to Jordan Smith Jr., the #2 prospect in the 2026 class.

• What qualities would Smith Jr. bring to Duke if they were to land him?
• Is he deserving of the #2 ranking?
• Is his best offensive role as an on-ball creator or off ball?
• How would he pair with Cayden Boozer if Boozer were to return?
• How does Smith Jr. fit into Jon Scheyer's defensive scheme?
• Who is his best player comp?

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