Recruiting is an inexact science. Evaluation mistakes happen.
For example, Vernon Carey Jr. was only the #6 overall prospect in the 2019 247 composite rankings. Personally, I think he’s proven the haters wrong and shown that he’s at least top three. Remember this the next time somebody tells you that recruiting rankings are the gospel truth.
The best of Duke’s four top 50 recruits shined brightly in MSG, scoring an easy 31 points on 18 shots to go along with 12 rebounds and 4 blocks. He dunked the ball, he nailed elbow jumpers, he sank an NBA 3, and he completely dominated on the glass and with his post defense.