A New Era for Duke Basketball: Paolo Banchero’s Take on the 2024-25 Season
As the 2024-25 college basketball season approaches, all eyes are on the Duke Blue Devils. With a talented roster and a new sense of determination, the team is poised to make a deep run in the NCAA tournament. But what does the future hold for this young team? To get some insight, I turned to none other than Paolo Banchero, the former Duke star who now plays for the Orlando Magic.
Banchero, who was a key player on the Blue Devils’ 2021-22 Final Four team, recently sat down with Caleb Foster, a rising sophomore guard for Duke, on The Brotherhood Podcast. During their conversation, Banchero shared his thoughts on the 2024-25 Blue Devils and what he believes is the key to their success.
“Man, I gotta look at the camera…They gonna be special this year,” Banchero said with a smile. “You could just see guys were out there taking it really serious. I think that’s the one thing that you notice, I think, right off the jump…Guys’ first time playing with and against each other, you know, how are they going to play? Are they going to be friendly? Are they going to take it lightly? Or are they going to be serious going at it? And y’all definitely went at it. So, I was impressed.”
Banchero’s comments are music to the ears of Duke fans, who are eager to see their team return to the top of the college basketball world. But what does he believe is the secret to the Blue Devils’ success?
“Everyone on the team knows how good each other is,” Banchero explained. “And the only way y’all are going to get the best out of each other is if y’all hold each other accountable. You guys can’t let each other slack off. Obviously, the coaches are going to do their part. But it comes down to the players. If they players are doing that, if the players are pushing each other and motivating each other, then y’all will go as far as y’all want because y’all have the talent.”
Banchero’s words are a testament to the importance of teamwork and camaraderie in achieving success. As the Blue Devils prepare to take on the challenges of the 2024-25 season, they would do well to heed his advice and strive to build a strong, cohesive unit.
With a talented roster and a newfound sense of determination, the Duke Blue Devils are poised to make a deep run in the NCAA tournament. Will they be able to live up to the hype and bring home a championship? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: this team is going to be special.
