Duke’s Tyrese Proctor Declares for NBA Draft, Commits to Philadelphia 76ers…
The next chapter of the young Australian star’s rapidly rising career has begun with Duke Blue Devils standout guard Tyrese Proctor officially declaring for the 2024 NBA Draft and committing to join the Philadelphia 76ers. Proctor, who spent two transformative seasons at Duke under the tutelage of legendary coach Jon Scheyer, now sets his sights on the professional stage, where his playmaking, defensive tenacity, and basketball IQ could make him an immediate contributor for a Sixers team in need of youthful energy alongside their established stars.
Proctor has grown steadily and persevered throughout his path to this point. He is from Sydney, Australia, and before moving to American college basketball, he was one of the most promising international prospects. He had to get used to the speed and brutality of the NCAA while playing backcourt alongside other well-known players during his first year at Duke.
His early offensive output and court vision suggested his long-term potential, despite his low scoring totals. Proctor became one of the ACC’s most dependable guards during his sophomore year, averaging 12.5 points, 4.3 assists, and 3.7 rebounds per contest while shooting 38% from three-point range. His image as a pro-ready
For the Philadelphia 76ers, Proctor represents a strategic addition to a roster that is looking to balance win-now aspirations with sustainable growth. The Sixers, led by MVP Joel Embiid and All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey, are in a competitive window but have faced challenges in building depth around their core. Proctor’s skill set offers versatility; he can operate as a secondary ball-handler alongside Maxey, relieve some of the playmaking burden from the starters, and provide perimeter defense—a area where Philadelphia has sought improvement. His 6’5” frame and high basketball IQ allow him to guard multiple positions, a trait that head coach Nick Nurse values highly in his defensive schemes. Additionally, Proctor’s ability to space the floor with his improved three-point shooting aligns with the Sixers’ need for reliable perimeter threats to maximize Embiid’s dominance in the paint.
