Breaking News: Just In — College Basketball World Stunned as Star Tyrese Proctor Flips to Indiana Hoosiers with 100% Commitment, Decommits from Duke
In a seismic shake-up that has sent shockwaves through the college basketball landscape, five-star guard Tyrese Proctor has officially decommitted from Duke University and announced his full commitment to the Indiana Hoosiers. The decision, confirmed early Saturday morning via Proctor’s verified social media accounts, comes just weeks before summer training camps begin and has immediately altered the outlook of the 2025–26 NCAA season.
Proctor, the Australian-born phenom who was widely expected to lead the Blue Devils’ backcourt next season, declared his “100% commitment” to Indiana in a surprising video featuring the crimson and cream colors of the Hoosiers, ending months of speculation with a move no one saw coming. “This wasn’t an easy decision,” Proctor said in the post, “but after long talks with my family, my coaches, and listening to my heart — Indiana feels like home. I’m all in.”
Ranked No. 8 nationally by multiple scouting services, the 6-foot-5 guard was considered one of the most NBA-ready prospects in college basketball, known for his elite court vision, smooth midrange game, and lockdown perimeter defense. His commitment to Duke last year was a major recruiting win for Coach Jon Scheyer, and he was expected to be the face of the program’s new era.
However, sources close to the situation say that behind the scenes, Indiana’s persistent recruitment never waned. Head coach Mike Woodson, along with new lead recruiter and former NBA All-Star Chauncey Billups — who recently joined Indiana’s staff in a surprise offseason hire — made Proctor their top priority. “We didn’t stop believing Tyrese was the right fit,” Woodson said during an impromptu press conference at Assembly Hall. “We showed him the culture we’re building here in Bloomington — a culture of toughness, winning, and legacy. He saw it. He believed in it.”
The implications are immediate. Indiana, already boasting a top-10 recruiting class and returning key starters, instantly becomes a Final Four contender. Analysts have redrawn their preseason rankings, with ESPN’s Joe Lunardi calling the Hoosiers “a legitimate threat to win it all.”
Duke, meanwhile, is left scrambling. Proctor’s decommitment leaves a glaring hole in the backcourt and raises questions about roster depth and leadership heading into next season. In a brief statement, Coach Scheyer expressed support for Proctor’s decision but acknowledged the disappointment. “We respect Tyrese and wish him the best. Our focus now shifts to preparing our team with the talent we have.”
Social media exploded within minutes of the announcement. Fans, analysts, and former players all weighed in. NBA star and former Duke standout Jayson Tatum tweeted, “Did not see that coming. Huge for IU. Respect the move.”
With the ink barely dry and the college basketball world still reeling, one thing is certain: Tyrese Proctor’s flip to Indiana has rewritten the script. The Hoosiers, hungry for a return to national dominance, may have just secured the missing piece to hang banner number six.
