DEFENSE: Duke Basketball’s Stacked Lineup Will DOMINATE Behind Patrick Ngongba II & Dame Sarr

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball look poised to dominate defensively—even without the sport’s best player on the floor. Can Jon Scheyer’s team leverage elite length and switch-ability to become the nation’s toughest defense for a third straight year? JJ Jackson and Hugh Straine discuss the impressive size across the roster, the evolution of analytics like average two-point attempt distance, and why Patrick Ngongba II’s return could launch him to ACC Defensive Player of the Year contention.Key breakdowns include the defensive development of stars like Dame Sarr and Cayden Boozer, the versatility of Caleb Foster and John Blackwell in the backcourt, and how Cam Williams could shine as a 7-footer with offensive upside. Plus, an inside look at Duke football’s looming opener against Tulane—Walker Eget's debut at quarterback, Nate Sheppard's pivotal role, and the ACC’s most compelling matchups kick off a high-stakes weekend in Durham.X: @LO_BlueDevils | @JJ_JacksonThe Locked On Blue Devils Podcast with host JJ Jackson is a daily show that brings you the latest news & headlines from Duke Blue Devils Athletics. Every day, we will discuss the biggest stories from Duke Basketball and Football and feature special guests including athletes, coaches and insiders for an in-depth look. Locked On Blue Devils is a part of the Locked On Podcast Network.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. .IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepodULTRA POUCHESDon’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelCollege football Saturdays are already packed with reasons to get excited, and this season, FanDuel is giving fans even more ways to get in on every matchup. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.