A lot of kind words for Jon Scheyer from the Duke coaching staff and former players after it was officially announced that he is coming back to Duke as a special assistant.

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(News & Observer: NBA star Kyrie Irving: ‘I’m a Dukie for life’)

Irving’s time in Durham was brief, a one-year stay in which he only played 11 games due to a right toe injury. But he still feels a strong connection to the school.

“I’m a Dukie for life,” Irving said. “I was part of something great at Duke. It’s a brotherhood that continues on today.”

Do you ever just cry because we only had Kyrie for 11 games? I do.

@Ballislife: Kyrie Irving laughs at Brandon Knight after breaking his ankles!

(And if you missed it… here’s a video.)

Well damn, Kyrie! Moment of silence for Brandon Knight, please.

wesleyaccola:

“I’m a real baller. I get buckets.”