Whole Starting 5 Invited to NBA Combine

Whole Starting 5 Invited to NBA Combine‼️ Maluach’s Meteoric Rise Has Scouts Buzzing  Could the Spurs Shock Everyone?

DURHAM, N.C. — What started as a historic moment for the Duke Blue Devils has now turned into a jaw-dropping draft narrative. All five starters from Duke’s 2024-25 squad have earned invites to the NBA Draft Combine  a remarkable feat even for a program that churns out pros year after year.

But beyond the headlines of DukeInTheNBA and the glowing spotlight on Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel, there’s another name stealing the buzz:

Khaman Maluach.

Once considered a late first-round sleeper, the 7-foot South Sudanese center is now flirting with something unimaginable just weeks ago  a top-3 selection. And some are whispering about a scenario so bold, so electric, that it could flip the entire lottery on its head:

Could the San Antonio Spurs take Maluach at No. 2?

Cooper and Kon May Headline  But “Man Man” Might Shock the World

Everyone’s already penciled in Cooper Flagg as the No. 1 pick and rightfully so. The generational forward has lived up to every bit of the hype with his size, skill, and competitive edge.

Kon Knueppel, meanwhile, remains a rock-solid mid-lottery projection with his lethal shooting and high basketball IQ.

But Maluach? He was once just a “project big.” Now? He’s evolving into something far more dangerous and faster than anyone expected.

At the NBA Combine, Maluach showcased an expanded offensive arsenal, including smooth shooting from deep  a skill rarely tapped during his time in Durham. Scouts are taking notice. GMs are taking second looks. And fans are starting to dream.

The Spurs Scenario: Real or Ridiculous?

Let’s be clear: the Spurs drafting Maluach at No. 2 would be bold, but not impossible.

Pairing him with Victor Wembanyama could create a twin-tower nightmare for opposing teams  or give San Antonio a monster rotation at center. Sure, Maluach isn’t Wemby. But he is rapidly improving, intensely coachable, and incredibly versatile.

And what better way to develop than by going head-to-head with the best young big in the world at every practice?

Brotherhood Draft Watch: From Durham to Destiny

Duke doesn’t just produce NBA talent  it produces stories. And this year, the story is richer than ever:

• Flagg: The crown jewel, expected to go No. 1 overall.
• Knueppel: A polished scorer with the tools to thrive on day one.
• Maluach: The wildcard whose rise might not have a ceiling.
• Jared McCain & Tyrese Proctor: Still climbing draft boards after strong combine performances.

A whole starting five going pro. A possible No. 1, a probable top 10, and maybe the most surprising riser of them all.

It’s not just a good year for Duke basketball  it’s legendary.

Could Maluach really go No. 2? Maybe not. But if he does… don’t say you didn’t feel the tremors first.