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Duke basketball striking gold: What to expect from Theo John

Duke basketball transfer Theo John (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

Theo John could be huge in Duke basketball pursuing a sixth national title.

Although Duke basketball recruiting classes are regularly among the best in the country, as the program is bringing in a top-three class for the eighth straight season, the Blue Devils potentially struck gold with the acquisition of former Marquette forward Theo John.

When looking at the depth chart, prior to the commitment from John, there was a clear weak spot at the center position. Mark Williams is the consensus pick to get that starting nod in his sophomore campaign, but with the addition of John, the Blue Devils get a former starting center to be their backup.