Meet Tyrese Proctor, one of the faces of the 2025 NBA Draft and teammate of Cooper Flagg at Duke

Tyrese Proctor is a 20-year-old Australian point guard playing at Duke University. He is expected to enter the 2025 NBA Draft. It is his third year in NCAA, and this season saw the arrival of Cooper Flagg, the current big name in college basketball, rumored to be the undisputed number 1 pick with a promising future ahead. In an interview with HoopsHype, Proctor discussed various topics, including his new teammate, playing style, offseason work, and more.

Start of the Season

"It's been great. I'm getting to know everyone, and some have been great. It's been competitive, and I'm excited to get started."

College Experience

"At first, it was a lot, but I was ready for the challenge and had two solid years. But I know I'm capable of much more; I had a great summer, and I'm ready."

Goals

"I'm not trying to prove anything; I just want to win. I think the most important thing for me is winning. I want to be known as a winner, be able to play on teams with other great guys, and win."

Mock Draft

"That's something I've never paid attention to. Coming from Australia, there's not as much hype there, so I've always kept my feet on the ground. My family has always kept me focused. If you're on social media, you'll see it here and there, but I try to stay away from it as much as I can and not focus on that."

Australian Generation

"It's great. I lived with all those guys at the academy; I have a close relationship with all of them. It's great that basketball in Australia is being seen worldwide, and the NBA has also taken a big leap. There are a lot more eyes on it now. The game is as physical there as it is here. The pace of the game is something I had to adjust to here, but other than that, it's basically the same basketball, and it's great to be from Australia."

Underrated Skill in Basketball

"I think people think I overlook scoring, but I don't think basketball is just about scoring. I can score, but I need to improve my shot. I haven't shot as well in the last two years, but I've been able to score offensively. I think I've done a great job defensively, as a leader, and things like that, but I feel underrated as a scorer. However, I don't pay much attention to that; I'm just out there trying to make plays to win and win games. Whether I score 20 points one night or 5 points another, I do what I have to do to win."

Influence

"Well, I watch the NBA in general. I watch my own videos and focus on what I can improve on every day."

Most Improved Quality

"My mental strength. The season is like a roller coaster; you can get lost in the losses or big wins. I think staying grounded has been an area of significant growth for me. This year, I'm the leader, so I have to stay balanced throughout the year."

Playing Style

"Whatever the coach wants, I'll do. We played with three guards last year, so I was on and off the ball. It doesn't matter. Whatever I need to do to help us win games, I'll do. Caleb (Foster) can handle the ball, I can handle it, everyone can, so there isn't a particular type."

Main Strength

"I think my mentality toward the game. I don't get caught up in the outside world or what people expect. I'm focused on winning basketball games and getting better every day."

Learning Experience

"Well, Canada was good. It was an opportunity to have some fun and get used to playing in front of a crowd. But it's not the same as playing at Cameron, in front of the 'crazies.' It was a good experience."

Cooper Flagg

"I hadn't seen Coop play before Duke; maybe I watched a game or two online. But his daily work ethic is impressive. We're in the gym together all the time, and his mindset – not caring about the media – is special. He's consistent on both ends of the court, and all the freshmen are stepping up. They have to raise their game, and the sooner we change their mindset, the better off we'll be. Isaiah, Darren, Pat – they've all impressed me a lot, and we have a great class of freshmen."

Summer Work

"Just refining my offensive game. My body was also a big focus, maintaining my weight throughout the season. Now I have a great nutritionist, and I've changed many off-court habits that will help me improve on the court."

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