Jon Scheyer Impresses Transfer John Blackwell with Straightforward Approach

Duke's Jon Scheyer has made a lasting impression on John Blackwell, the former Wisconsin guard who recently entered the transfer portal. According to Blackwell, Scheyer's straightforward approach is what drew him to the Blue Devils.

Blackwell was impressed by Scheyer's honesty and transparency during their initial conversation. The Duke coach didn't sugarcoat his expectations, telling Blackwell that he would be pushed every single day. This no-nonsense approach resonated with Blackwell, who believes it could help him achieve a deep postseason run with the second-ranked Blue Devils.

As a standout player for Wisconsin, Blackwell racked up an impressive 1,505 points in just three seasons, earning him the 11th spot on the Badgers' career scoring list. Last season, he averaged 19.1 points and 5.1 rebounds per game while contributing to Wisconsin's 24-11 record.

Scheyer has high praise for Blackwell, describing him as a proven scorer who excels in high-pressure situations. The Duke coach also noted that Blackwell is aware of his role on the team and understands how to make an impact without dominating the ball.

Duke's John Blackwell has already shown what he can do on the court, and it's not hard to imagine him making a significant impact for his new team. He scored 23 points in a win over No. 17 Kansas and 18 points in another victory over No. 8 Tennessee.

One of the other notable transfers this season is Harris, who joins Tennessee after an impressive stint at Wake Forest. He averaged 21.4 points per game last season and was named an AP second-team all-ACC selection. Harris played a remarkable 1,230 minutes last season, the most by any Wake Forest player in recent history.

Jackson Shelstad, an Oregon transfer, is also expected to make big contributions for his new team at No. 11 Louisville. He was selected as a preseason second-team all-ACC pick and has already earned recognition from Atlantic Coast Conference media panels, who named him a first-team all-ACC selection.

Another player making waves this season is a 6-foot-9 forward from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who joins Duke after earning accolades at Kansas. He was chosen as the Big 12 defensive player of the year and totaled 145 blocks in two seasons with the Jayhawks.

Momcilovic's shooting prowess was on full display last season as he led all Division I players in 3-point baskets with a staggering 136 makes and boasted an impressive 3-point percentage of .487. His scoring average of 16.9 points per game further highlighted his exceptional skills, making him one of the top performers in the Big 12 conference.

In addition to his remarkable individual achievements, Momcilovic's career statistics are equally impressive, with a total of 260 3-pointers made in three seasons at Iowa State. He has maintained an impressive shooting percentage throughout his collegiate career, converting 42.9% of his 3-point attempts. This level of consistency and accuracy has earned him recognition from SEC coaches, who selected him as a preseason second-team all-conference pick.

Murauskas, a talented forward from Lithuania, made the move to the Big 12 conference after spending two seasons at Saint Mary's under coach Randy Bennett. His impressive performance last season earned him first-team all-West Coast Conference honors on both occasions. Murauskas averaged an impressive 18.4 points and 7.6 rebounds per game, demonstrating his well-rounded skills.

Thomas made a significant impact in his brief stint at LSU before joining No. 10 Houston, averaging 15.3 points and 6.5 assists in just 16 games. His exceptional court vision was on display as he maintained an impressive ratio of four times as many assists as turnovers. Despite being limited to only 16 games due to injury, Thomas's talent and potential have caught the attention of Big 12 coaches, who selected him for their preseason all-conference team.

Thomas's collegiate career has taken a unique path so far, having played two seasons at UNLV before joining LSU last year. With an impressive average of 14.6 points and 5.3 assists in 76 career games, including 75 starts, Thomas is poised to make a significant contribution to his new team.

In a highly anticipated move, Benin-born guard Yessoufou has set his sights on new horizons after transferring from Baylor to an undisclosed team. The 6-5 player's impressive freshman campaign at Baylor saw him break the school record for total points scored by a freshman with 605 points.

Yessoufou's impressive statistics earned him recognition among Big East coaches, who named him a first-team preseason all-Big East pick. His standout performance in an exhibition game against Texas, where he scored 23 points for No. 13 St. John's, further solidified his reputation as a skilled player.