Top 2026 Basketball Recruits Schedule Official Visits to Duke, Kentucky, Multiple Programs

Duke basketball, under head coach Jon Scheyer, continues to build momentum in the 2026 recruiting cycle by securing official visits from top prospects. Four-star power forward Cameron Williams, ranked among the top 20 players nationally and the No. 5 power forward, has scheduled official visits to Duke, Texas, Purdue, and USC after receiving a scholarship offer from Duke. Williams, a 6-foot-11 forward from Phoenix, Arizona, is noted for his mobility, athleticism, and shooting potential, with several programs pursuing him amid his rapid rise in rankings. Meanwhile, Kentucky is hosting five-star point guard Deron Rippey Jr., ranked No. 17 overall and the No. 2 point guard nationally, for an official visit in early August; Rippey has multiple offers from major programs and stands out for his scoring, defense, and playmaking skills. Both Duke and Kentucky are actively recruiting elite talent to maintain their competitive edge, with Duke still seeking its first commitment for 2026 despite having multiple high-profile targets visiting campus. These developments highlight the intense competition among top college basketball programs to land the best prospects early.