Nets' David Duke: Contract converted to standard deal
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The Nets converted Duke's two-way contract to a standard deal Friday, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.
Duke has had a sporadic role for Brooklyn this season but has been rewarded with a late-season promotion now that the G League's Long Island Nets have completed play. Over 21 appearances with the parent club this year, Duke has averaged 3.1 points in 8.6 minutes per game.
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Nets' David Duke: Leads team with 27 points
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Duke finished Saturday's game against the Charge with 27 points (10-20 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 39 minutes.
Duke led Long Island with 27 points despite struggling to find his shooting touch from downtown. He's now put up 20-plus points in seven of his last eight matchups, and he's recorded at least one steal in 13 straight.
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Nets' David Duke: Grinds out 29 points
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Duke had 29 points (7-19 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and three steals in 34 minutes Tuesday against Fort Wayne.
Duke had a tough time finding his shooting stroke in this one, but it didn't matter much, as he hoisted up 19 shots to finish the night with 29 points. He also led his team with eight boards and tied for the squad lead with three steals.
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Nets' David Duke: Pops for 13 points
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Duke provided 13 points (6-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Thursday's 118-113 loss to the Bucks.
With a handful of Brooklyn's regulars sidelined, Duke made his first NBA appearance since Feb. 28 and posted season highs in points and rebounds. However, Ben Simmons (knee/back) is the only Net on Friday's injury report, so despite his solid play Thursday, Duke might be out of the rotation again Friday.
Duke finished Wednesday's game against Fort Wayne with 24 points (10-22 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists, three steals and two blocks in 28 minutes.
Duke couldn't hit a shot from beyond the arc, but he was able to do damage from inside the three-point line. He also made his mark on the defensive end by recording at least one steal and one block for the first time since Jan. 14.
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Nets' David Duke: Turns in strong shooting line
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Duke totaled 26 points (9-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two steals in 36 minutes Saturday against Motor City.
Duke found success from the field and knocked down 56.3 percent of his tries. He also ended the night tied for the team lead with two steals.
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Nets' David Duke: Stellar showing vs. Wisconsin
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Duke finished with 25 points (9-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes Monday against the Herd.
Duke ended the night tied for the team lead with 25 points but also led Long Island with four turnovers. He continues to serve as one of his team's leading scorers in the regular season and is now averaging 21.7 points with 6.3 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 1.7 steals through 13 games.
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Nets' David Duke: Stays hot vs. Grand Rapids
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Duke finished with 20 points (8-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes Monday against the Gold.
Duke shot the ball with efficiency in this one, and he led the team in scoring for a second straight game. The 23-year-old has reached the 20-point threshold in back-to-back contests and has collected five boards in each matchup.
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Nets' David Duke: Paces scoring attack
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Duke totaled 28 points (8-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 35 minutes Saturday against Grand Rapids.
Duke wasn't afraid to take his shot, and he led the way with 28 points on a team-high 15 attempts from the field. The 23-year-old continues to serve as one of his team's top scoring threats, finishing with 20-plus points in five of his first 10 regular-season matchups.
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Nets' David Duke: Returns to Brooklyn
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Duke was recalled from the G League's Long Island Nets on Wednesday, Chris Milholen of NetsDaily.com reports.
Duke has been productive in the G League this season but hasn't seen much playing time with the parent club. He hasn't appeared in a game for Brooklyn since Dec. 10 and seems unlikely to be a significant contributor during Thursday's game against Boston.
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Nets' David Duke: Stays hot in win
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Duke recorded 25 points (10-16 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-3 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal in 33 minutes Wednesday against Raptors 905.
Duke found success in the scoring department, specifically from beyond the arc. He's been a force on the offensive end through his first five games of the regular season, as he's put up 18 or more points in each appearance.
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Nets' David Duke: Erupts for 30 points
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Duke finished with 30 points (10-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, five assists and four steals in 35 minutes Monday against Raptors 905.
Duke turned in a massive showing by leading his team in points and tying for the team lead in steals. He also added value on the glass and as a passer. Duke has put up 18 or more points in each of his last four contests.
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Nets' David Duke: Pours in 26 points
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Duke finished Friday's game against Delaware with 26 points (10-22 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists, three steals and two blocks in 39 minutes.
Duke led the team in scoring, but it wasn't enough in a 111-108 loss. The 23-year-old also made his presence known on the defensive end of the court by notching three steals and protecting the rim.
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Nets' David Duke: Returns to G League
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Brooklyn assigned Duke to the G League's Long Island Nets following Friday's 118-100 win over Milwaukee.
Duke didn't play in Friday's contest and will now head back to Long Island to pick up playing time as Brooklyn opens up a three-game week Monday in Cleveland.
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Nets' David Duke: Back with parent club
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Duke was recalled from the G League's Long Island Nets on Friday, Alex Schiffer of The Athletic reports.
Duke spent nearly two weeks in the G League but will rejoin the parent club ahead of Friday's game against Milwaukee. Over 14 appearances with Brooklyn this year, he's averaged 3.0 points in 9.0 minutes per game.
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Nets' David Duke: Pours in 28 points
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Duke tallied 28 points (8-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one block in 33 minutes Thursday against Westchester.
Duke knocked down half of his attempts from the field and registered a block for the fourth time in five games this season. The 23-year-old has been impressive with Long Island so far this year, posting 24.4 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 32.1 minutes over five appearances.
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Nets' David Duke: Pours in 23 points
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Duke amassed 23 points (10-20 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one block in 36 minutes Monday against Capital City.
Duke shot with efficiency from the field and secured six of his seven boards on the defensive end, but he also committed a team-high seven turnovers. He continues to serve as one of his team's main sources of scoring so far, putting up 28, 30 and now 23 points in his first three appearances with Long Island this year.
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Nets' David Duke: Recalled for Saturday
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Duke was recalled from the G League ahead of Saturday's game against the Pacers, Brandon Robinson of Bally Sports reports.
Brooklyn is resting nearly all its key rotation players Saturday, so Duke should see significant run. Per 36 minutes this season, he's averaging 12.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.4 steals.
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Nets' David Duke: Another huge scoring night
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Duke tallied 30 points (9-21 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 32 minutes Wednesday against Delaware.
Duke has led his team in scoring in both of his appearances in the G League this season, and he also contributed in every category across the board. The 23-year-old has attempted 20-plus shots from the field in two games since joining Long Island, and it appears he'll continue to serve as one of the key cogs on the offensive end moving forward.
