Nailed it: Isaiah Evans' parents feed off his ambition
By Chris Lea
Published on March 27, 2026.
Duke basketball player, Isaiah Evans, is the second-highest scorer in the team this season, averaging 15 points per game, an increase from his freshman season. His mother, Marieke Lèmon, has instilled confidence in his performance and determination to succeed in the sport. She believes that his success comes from her mother's teachings, which she shares along with his own nail business and aspirations of owning her own business. Despite initially having sporadic playing time, Evans has since learned that fixing his game for the sake of his position would yield more playing time.
Read Original Article