Boozer Twins Shine in Duke’s Home Debut
On Saturday, twin brothers Cameron and Cayden Boozer made their official debut at Duke University’s iconic Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils, currently ranked sixth nationally, faced Western Carolina, emerging victorious with a score of 95-54.
Boozer Twins Shine in Home Debut
Coach Jon Scheyer praised the impact of both twins on the team. He remarked, “I just love the fact they both are incredibly impactful, but they’re also on their own journey of becoming really good players.” The Boozers are the sons of former Duke and NBA player Carlos Boozer.
Cameron Boozer’s Impressive Performance
Cameron Boozer had a standout performance, scoring 25 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and providing 5 assists in just 23 minutes of play. The 6-foot-9 forward also recorded one block, showcasing his all-around skills.
Cayden Boozer Contributes Significantly
Cayden, standing at 6 feet 4 inches, added 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists in 26 minutes on the court. The duo’s efforts helped solidify Duke’s position as the preseason favorite in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
- Final Score: Duke 95, Western Carolina 54
- Cameron Boozer Stats: 25 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 block
- Cayden Boozer Stats: 14 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists
Background and Expectations
Cameron Boozer arrived in Durham as ESPN’s third-ranked national recruit, while Cayden was ranked sixteenth. The pair joined Duke’s highly regarded recruiting class, with Cameron focusing on the interior and Cayden taking up a role in the backcourt.
Before their official debut, the Boozer twins participated in various pre-season events, including the annual “Countdown to Craziness” and an exhibition game against UCF. Cameron excelled in the exhibition against UCF, scoring 33 points and collecting 12 rebounds.
Reflecting on their first regular-season game, Cameron noted that the atmosphere was special. “I’d say ‘Countdown’ was definitely special, though. The first time playing in Cameron with fans there, the environment, the intros and everything. It was super cool,” he shared.
Cayden added, “Obviously it’s more important since it’s the regular season. But those exhibition games really help. Playing against really good players in college … really good teams. I feel like all those games prepared us for today.”
As the season progresses, the Boozer twins will likely continue to play a pivotal role in Duke’s pursuit of success in college basketball.
