Last Updated on May 28, 2025 by Mat Diekhake
Dereck Lively II played one season of college basketball at Duke University during the 2022–23 season. Below is a detailed breakdown of his per-game statistics for that season:
| Season | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | TPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–23 | Duke | 34 | 27 | 20.6 | 65.8 | 15.4 | 60.0 | 5.4 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 2.4 | 1.2 | 5.2 |
Lively’s impact extended beyond traditional statistics. He was named to both the ACC All-Freshman Team and the ACC All-Defensive Team, highlighting his defensive prowess and significant contribution to the team’s success. His advanced metrics further underscore his efficiency and effectiveness on the court, with a Player Efficiency Rating (PER) of 22.6 and a Win Shares (WS) total of 3.5 for the season.
Following his standout freshman year, Lively declared for the NBA Draft and was selected 12th overall in 2023.