Isaiah Evans has made his final decision: he's heading to the NBA, leaving Duke behind for good. The standout guard, who could have returned to Durham for another season, confirmed his intentions this week. "I'm fully in," Evans told ESPN's Jeff Borzello, adding that he hasn't had any conversations with Duke about a comeback. While there was little doubt he'd move on, this announcement officially closes the door.

Evans averaged 15.0 points and 3.2 rebounds per game last season for the Blue Devils, showcasing the kind of scoring punch that made him a key piece of Jon Scheyer's lineup. Though he's not a lock for the first round in the 2026 NBA Draft, he's ready to test his luck next month. In Yahoo Sports' latest mock draft, Kevin O'Connor projects Evans going No. 30 overall to the Dallas Mavericks—a team that already features former Duke star Cooper Flagg, setting up a potential reunion at the next level. Other outlets have him landing anywhere from No. 22 (Philadelphia 76ers) to early in the second round at No. 40 (Boston Celtics).

The 2026 NBA Draft will take place over two nights, June 23 and 24, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. For Evans, it's the next chapter in a journey that started with high expectations and delivered strong results. Whether he's suiting up for the Mavs, Sixers, or another squad, Duke fans will be watching closely as their former guard takes his shot at the pros.