Duke Commit Dereck Lively is an Elite Prospect, But Also an Inspiring Young Man Off the Court

Dereck Lively, a 7-foot center at Westtown School in Pennsylvania, has developed into the top-ranked player in the 2022 class. Coach Seth Berger believes Lively may become the best player he has ever coached, praising both his physical tools and personal character.

Lively's journey has been shaped by family bonds, particularly his relationship with his mother Kathy, whom he supported through her battle with Hodgkin's lymphoma. The Quaker community at Westtown School has influenced his development both as a player and as a young man. Lively is committed to the Duke Blue Devils.