International recruiting has become a major tool for college basketball programs in recent seasons, and Duke appears to have landed a prized prospect via the overseas route.
Center Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje has committed to the Blue Devils after playing professional basketball in Spain for FC Barcelona. The 7-foot, 230-pounder is originally from Florida but took his talents to Europe a few years ago.
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Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of this transaction is the fact that Boumtje Boumtje is just 16-years-old, although he will turn 17 this month. Despite his age, Boumtje Boumtje might be more ready to play in 2026 than other incoming freshmen, given his experience with FC Barcelona.
