Mullins Shuns Duke, Focuses on Tennessee and UNC in Recruitment Saga

In a surprising turn of events, Braylon Mullins, a highly sought-after five-star senior from Greenfield-Central School in Indiana, has canceled his official visit to Duke University, casting doubt on the Blue Devils' chances of landing the talented guard. The news comes as Mullins reportedly eyes a decision before the end of November, with Tennessee and Duke's arch-rival, the University of North Carolina, emerging as the frontrunners in his recruitment.

Mullins' Recruitment Takes an Unexpected Turn

Mullins Cancels Duke Visit, Focuses on Tennessee and UNC

Braylon Mullins, the 6-foot-5, 180-pound guard who ranks No. 23 overall and No. 3 in Indiana on the 247Sports 2025 Composite, was initially slated to visit Duke University on October 4th, coinciding with the Blue Devils' annual Countdown to Craziness event. However, Mullins' high school coach has now informed national recruiting insider Adam Zagoria that the highly touted prospect has canceled his trip to Durham. This development suggests that Duke may not be among the leading contenders in the final stretch of Mullins' high-profile recruitment.According to Zagoria's report, Mullins is still considering an official visit to the University of Tennessee during the third weekend of October. Additionally, Mullins recently visited Duke's archrival, the University of North Carolina, over the past weekend, further indicating his shifting focus away from the Blue Devils.

Mullins' Recruitment Heats Up as Decision Looms

Mullins' decision to cancel his Duke visit and potentially visit Tennessee instead comes as he reportedly eyes a decision before the end of November. This accelerated timeline adds an extra layer of intrigue to the highly anticipated recruitment of the talented guard.Mullins, who received an offer from Duke head coach Jon Scheyer in mid-July, had previously included the Blue Devils in his top 10 list of schools, along with the likes of UNC, UConn, Michigan, Tennessee, Indiana, Purdue, Alabama, Kansas, and Kentucky. However, the latest developments suggest that Duke may have fallen out of favor with the coveted prospect.

Duke Remains in the Mix for Top 2025 Targets

Despite the setback in Mullins' recruitment, Duke's coaching staff, led by Jon Scheyer, continues to pursue a talented pool of 2025 prospects. The Blue Devils have yet to secure their first commitment in the 2025 class, but they remain in the mix for over a half-dozen top-shelf targets.As the recruitment landscape continues to evolve, Duke's ability to land its top targets will be closely watched by basketball enthusiasts and analysts alike. The Blue Devils' success in the 2025 class could have significant implications for the program's future, as they look to maintain their status as one of the premier destinations for elite high school talent.