Cameron Williams: Duke’s Elite 2026 Recruit Set to Make an Impact…Read More….
Durham, NC – Cameron Williams, a 6-foot-11 power forward from Phoenix, Arizona, has rapidly established himself as one of the most coveted players in the Class of 2026. Ranked No. 4 overall and the nation’s top power forward by 247Sports Composite, Williams officially committed to Duke University on November 14, 2025, choosing the Blue Devils over finalists Arizona and Texas in a live CBS Sports HQ announcement.
At St. Mary’s High School, Williams led his team to a 4A state championship as a junior, posting averages of 18 points, 11.2 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 2.6 blocks, and 1.8 steals per game. His rise began on the AAU circuit with Compton Magic, where his rare combination of size, mobility, and athleticism quickly drew national attention. Williams boasts fluid movement for his 6-foot-11 frame, rim-running prowess, shot-blocking instincts, and a developing perimeter game, including a reliable three-point shot.
Williams’ recruitment accelerated after a standout summer, earning him five-star status across major recruiting outlets. A pivotal moment came during an official visit to Duke for Countdown to Craziness in October, where the electric atmosphere of Cameron Indoor Stadium and the vision laid out by head coach Jon Scheyer sealed his commitment. “It’s been a childhood dream since I was little to play for Duke,” Williams said after committing. “The coaching staff truly believed in me and saw a big role for me.”
He signed his National Letter of Intent on November 20, 2025, joining a loaded Duke class that already features five-star wing Bryson Howard, four-star center Maxime Meyer, and later addition Deron Rippey Jr. The class has vaulted the Blue Devils to the No. 1 recruiting ranking nationally.
Scouts praise Williams for his versatility: he can stretch the floor with outside shooting, finish lobs in transition, switch defensively across multiple positions, and protect the rim. While some aspects of his game remain raw, his ceiling is exceptionally high, making him an ideal fit for Scheyer’s modern, positionless style. As Duke continues its recruiting dominance under its young head coach, Williams represents the next wave of frontcourt talent poised to thrive in Durham and potentially make an early impact in a future NBA Draft.
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