Duke basketball just got a big boost for its 2025–26 campaign. Sophomore guard Isaiah Evans announced he’s pulling out of the NBA Draft and returning to Durham, a move that helps the Blue Devils beef up their backcourt and reshapes their projected starting five.

Isaiah Evans averaged 6.8 points and 1.1 rebounds on 41.6% shooting from 3-point range in 36 games this past season.

Duke freshman star Isaiah Evans has formally withdrawn from the 2025 NBA Draft and will not attend the upcoming NBA Draft Combine, the NBA announced Sunday afternoon. This could allow Evans to return to the Blue Devils for his sophomore season,