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The Drake men’s basketball team has been successful in recent seasons, thanks in part to the contributions of Tucker DeVries, a rising junior. After playing for two seasons, DeVries’ impact on the team convinced the Missouri Valley Conference that the Bulldogs are championship contenders every year. Tucker finished the season with an average of 18.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and a 3-point shooting percentage of .373 in 34 games.

Basketball analysts have often compared Tucker DeVries to Luka Doncic, a Slovenian native who has been making waves in the NBA with his impressive gameplay.

“Luka Doncic of college basketball”

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Luka Doncic is etching his name in the history books with his outstanding all-around performance in his sixth season in the NBA. The numbers he has been putting up for the Dallas Mavericks are reminiscent of video game stats. Analysts note that De Vries is adopting the same strategy.

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Junior Tucker DeVries finished with 12 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists in the recent matchup with the Drake Bulldogs. It earned him a statement from Tre Demps: “Tucker DeVries, I believe, is the Luka Doncic of college basketball. The only difference is that he plays all five positions for the Drake Bulldogs.”

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In terms of film analysis, it’s rather disappointing to learn that DeVries and Drake won’t face any of the top 25 schools this season until they qualify for the NCAA tournament. Scouts and NBA personnel would be overjoyed to see him in action this season, facing off against elite competitors.

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Tucker DeVries – the promising 2024 NBA draft

As the collegiate season kicks off, it’s clear that some players have already shown remarkable improvement in their on-court performance. Among them is Tucker DeVries, a junior winger who has made an impressive season debut. DeVries has been averaging nearly 29 points, five assists, seven rebounds, and two steals per game.

With such impressive stats, he has established himself as one of the top shooters in college basketball. In fact, many predicted that he would be selected in the second round of the 2023 NBA Draft.

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However, De Vries decided to play one more year for Drake in college, despite the NBA opportunity on the horizon. This decision showcases his commitment to further honing his skills and contributing to his college team.