# Duke Blue Devils Target Reclassifying for NBA Draft

> Colton Hiller may reclassify to 2027 after Duke's two-year path for young stars.
- Title: Duke Blue Devils Target Reclassifying for NBA Draft | Shortify
- Summary: Colton Hiller may reclassify to 2027 after Duke's two-year path for young stars. Colton Hiller, a 16-year-old recruit, is reportedly leaning toward…
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- Source: Duke Blue Devils On SI — https://si.com/college/duke/elite-blue-devils-basketball-target-reportedly-leaning-toward-reclass
- Published: 2026-10-23T01:57:43+00:00
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- Topics: colton hiller, duke blue devils, reclassify, nba draft, 2027, 247sports, acc tipoff, college basketball, recruiting, sports
## Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje's Two-Year Plan
Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, a 17-year-old Duke freshman, plans to spend two years in college before becoming NBA draft eligible.
## Colton Hiller's Reclassification Move
Colton Hiller, a 16-year-old recruit, reportedly leans toward reclassifying to 2027 after two years in college.
## Hiller's College Options
Hiller's college choices are Duke and Florida, with Florida having a commitment from his brother Max Hiller.
## Hiller's Recruitment Status
Hiller is ranked No. 2 on 247Sports 2028 Composite and has visited Duke on October 5.
## Duke's 2027 Pledges
Duke has two pledges in the 2027 recruiting cycle: Luke Paul and Kager Knueppel.
## Duke's 2028 Targets
Duke has offers for Colton Hiller, Yann Kamagate, Josiah Rose, and Mason Collins in 2028.
## Recruiting Insights
Adam Finkelstein says Hiller is a big-bodied perimeter scorer with advanced offensive skills for his age.
## Duke's Advantage
Duke is favored by 247Sports Crystal Ball and Rivals Recruiting Prediction Machine for Hiller.
## Hiller's Next Steps
Hiller may commit to Duke in the next month after his official visit on October 5.
## Reclassification Timeline
Hiller's reclassification to 2027 is not finalized but expected to happen soon.
## Key takeaway

Colton Hiller, a 16-year-old recruit, is reportedly leaning toward reclassifying to 2027 to play for Duke after two years in college.