Carlos Boozer's Legacy: Cameron and Cayden Boozer Commit to Duke
Carlos Boozer's Legacy at Duke
Like father, like son(s). On Friday, five-star twins Cameron and Cayden Boozer — the No. 2 and No. 21 players, respectively, in the 2025 recruiting class — announced their long-awaited commitments to Duke, picking the Blue Devils over fellow finalists Miami and Florida. In doing so, both continue the family legacy that their father, Carlos — who started on Duke’s 2001 national championship team, before embarking on his 13-year NBA career — began 25 years ago.
Impact of Boozer Twins on Men's College Basketball
While both brothers will be welcome additions in Durham, Cameron — a 6-foot-9, 235-pound forward — has a level of expectation all his own. Not only did he propel his high school team, Columbus, to three straight Florida state championships, but he led his grassroots team to three straight Peach Jam titles, including being named Peach Jam MVP this summer. Cameron has averaged 24.5 points and 13.4 rebounds per game, leading the EYBL in both categories this summer.
- Cameron's Skillset: Cameron’s physical frame is college-ready with advanced footwork and a deep bag of post moves.
- Instant Impact: Cameron is projected to be an instant-impact starter at the college level, aiming for NBA prominence in 2026.
Cayden, meanwhile, plays a different game and position from his dad and brother. He’s won at the highest levels of youth basketball, including being named MVP of the 2023 U16 Peach Jam championship game. At 6-foot-4 and 205 pounds, he’s much more of a true point guard. Cayden sets the table well offensively, balancing team play with individual scoring, leading the EYBL in assists this summer at 6.5 per game.
- Significance for Duke: Landed the Boozers as fundamental components for the 2025 class.
- Future Prospects: The twins are seen as key players for Duke’s roster transition.
For Duke, landing the Boozers wasn’t just a luxury; it was a necessity, given both the team’s expected departures next summer and its lack of commits thus far. Cameron and Cayden are Duke’s first two commits in the 2025 class, forming the foundation around which Jon Scheyer builds the rest of his class.
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