He came in with hype — but NO ONE saw this coming.
Duke fans knew Cameron Boozer was good. After all, he’s the son of NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer and one of the most decorated high school players in the country. But the level he’s reached just a few weeks into summer practice?
Scary.
Dominant.
Undeniable.
“He’s Playing Like a Grown Man Out There.”
From the moment workouts began, it’s been clear: Cameron Boozer is NOT waiting his turn.
He’s bullying upperclassmen in the paint, snatching rebounds like a vacuum, and knocking down midrange jumpers with alarming consistency. According to insiders, Boozer’s defensive communication and maturity are “already on par with seasoned ACC veterans.”
“He’s 17 going on 27,” one assistant coach reportedly said. “You just can’t teach the feel for the game this kid has.”
Duke’s Frontcourt Just Got Complicated
With returners like Maliq Brown and Patrick Ngongba II vying for minutes — plus other elite freshmen in the mix — Cameron wasn’t expected to start right away.
But that narrative?
Dead.
Coaches are rethinking everything.
Scheyer’s original plan to bring Boozer along slowly? Gone. The buzz in Durham now points to Cameron not just starting — but being a featured piece in Duke’s offense from Day 1.
“He’s not waiting for opportunities,” a team insider said. “He’s TAKING them.”
One Clip Went Viral… And Changed Everything
A practice highlight dropped last week:
Cameron Boozer catches in the high post, spins baseline, fakes one way, and throws down a two-handed dunk over a 6’10” defender. The gym LOST it.
That play didn’t just go viral among fans — it reportedly caused a shift in the coaching room, too. A former Blue Devil watching the clip simply tweeted:
> “Y’all… this ain’t normal for a freshman.”
What’s Next? A Duke Starting Five Shock Incoming?
If the season started today, several sources say Cameron Boozer would start at the 4. His chemistry with his brother Cayden is also raising eyebrows — with talk that Duke might run both twins in crunch-time lineups.
