Tyrese Proctor turning into Blue Devils star

• Named to ACC All-Freshman Team in first season at Duke
• Led team in assists and free throw percentage as a sophomore
• Selected as one of three team captains for 2023-24 season

Tyrese Proctor is an Australian basketball prodigy in his Junior year at the famous Duke University in North Carolina.

Proctor plays guard for the Blue Devils in the NCAA.

Name: Tyrese Proctor
‍Age: 20
‍Team: Duke Blue Devils
‍Position: Guard
‍Height: 6'6"
‍Weight: 183 lbs
‍Class: Junior
‍Hometown: Sydney, Australia
School: NBA Global Academy

Proctor was born and raised in Sydney and influenced to play basketball by his father, Roderick, who also played college ball in the US at Mississippi College.

His skills were honed at the NBA Global Academy, a program designed to develop elite international basketball prospects, in Canberra, Australia.

It was there that he caught the eye of scouts and college recruiters, while showcasing his abilities in various tournaments and competitions.

His performances at the 2021 Australian Under-20 Championships, where he averaged 13.8 points and 4.4 assists as one of the youngest players, further solidified his status as a rising star.

Originally committed to Duke for the 2023 class, Proctor made the bold decision to reclassify in June 2022, accelerating his entry into college basketball.

This move demonstrated not only his readiness to test himself at the next level but also his eagerness to challenge himself against top-tier competition in the NCAA

Performance

Junior Season

The 2024-25 season has just started and already Proctor has started all four games. He's averaging:

• 10.1 points per game of 40.5% from the field
• 3.1 rebounds per game
• 3.4 assists per game
• 0.6 steals per game

Sophomore season

In Proctor's sophomore season, he took on on an even more significant role for the Blue Devils. As one of three team captains, he showed leadership both on and off the court. Some key statistics include:

• Averaging 10.5 points per game
• Finished with a team-best 118 assists
• Ranked 25th nationally for assist-turnover ratio at 2.95
• Career-high 24 points against Louisville on 9-of-16 shooting
• Matched career-high of four three-pointers in multiple games

Freshman season

In his freshman year (2022-23), Proctor made an immediate impact:

• Played in all 36 games, starting 34
• Averaged 9.4 points per game
• Led the Blue Devils with 119 assists
• Posted a 2.05 assist-turnover ratio, ranking eighth overall in the ACC
• Led the team in free throw percentage at 87.1%
• Made 47 three-pointers, leading the team

Achievements

Tyrese Proctor's college career has been marked by several significant achievements:

1. ACC All-Freshman Team (2022-23)
2. Team Captain (2023-24) — Just the fourth sophomore captain in Duke's basketball history
3. All-ACC Academic Team (2023-24)
4. Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year Award Watch List (2022-23)
5. Two career double-doubles, including a 13-point, 10-rebound performance against Delaware and an 11-point, 10-assist game against Pitt in the ACC Tournament

Proctor's impact on the Duke basketball program extends beyond his individual accolades. His leadership as a team captain, especially at such a young age, speaks volumes about his character and the respect he has earned from coaches and teammates alike.

His ability to efficiently run the offence, evidenced by his impressive assist-turnover ratios, has been crucial to Duke's success.

The Australian guard's journey from the NBA Global Academy to becoming a key player for one of college basketball's most storied programs is outstanding.

As he continues to develop his game, Proctor's combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ make him an intriguing prospect for the future. His ability to play both guard positions, shoot from distance, and make smart decisions with the ball bodes well for his potential at the professional level.