In a move that has Blue Devils fans buzzing and college basketball insiders talking, Cooper Flagg has officially confirmed that his younger brother, Ace Flagg, will be joining him at Duke in 2025.
The announcement came during a post-practice interview at Team USA’s U18 camp, where Cooper was asked about his brother’s future. Without hesitation, he dropped the news that many had speculated about for months: “Yeah, Ace is coming to Duke. It’s something we’ve talked about since we were kids. Now it’s real.”
The confirmation sent shockwaves through the basketball world, especially in Durham, where the Flagg name is already carrying superstar weight. Cooper, the No. 1 recruit in the class of 2024 and current Duke freshman, has been one of the most hyped high school prospects in recent memory. Now, with Ace joining the pipeline, the Blue Devils are doubling down on one of the most talented basketball families in the country.
Ace Flagg, a rising star in his own right, has been steadily climbing the rankings in the class of 2025. Known for his two-way versatility and competitive fire, Ace brings a game similar to his brother’s, with a growing reputation for being just as relentless on both ends of the floor.
For Duke head coach Jon Scheyer, the commitment is another major recruiting win. With Cooper already in the program and now Ace on the way, Duke is positioned to remain a dominant force well into the next few seasons. It also reinforces a trend: family ties and strong culture continue to be a cornerstone of Scheyer’s recruiting success.
Social media lit up moments after the news broke, with fans, analysts, and even former players reacting to the announcement. “The Flaggs are about to run college basketball,” one fan posted. “Duke just locked in the future.”
As for Cooper, the moment was as emotional as it was exciting. “It’s bigger than basketball,” he said. “It’s about doing this with my brother. We’ve dreamed of playing together at this level, and Duke is the perfect place for us.”
With Cooper already poised to make an immediate impact this season and Ace set to arrive next year, the Flagg era at Duke has officially begun — and the rest of college basketball has been put on notice.
