Cameron and Cayden Boozer, the highly touted freshman twins, made an impressive home debut for No. 6 Duke, combining for 39 points in a dominant 95-54 victory over Western Carolina on Saturday. The sons of former Duke and NBA star Carlos Boozer, they immediately showcased their talent in front of the Cameron Indoor Stadium crowd, setting a strong tone for the Blue Devils’ season.
In their first official game at Cameron, Cameron Boozer, a 6-foot-9 forward, led the way with 25 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and a block in just 23 minutes. He shot efficiently, going 8-of-15 from the field and 4-of-9 from three-point range, including a two-handed dunk in the second half that energized fans. His performance highlighted his versatility and reinforced his status as a top NBA prospect, with social media buzzing over his standout plays.
Cayden Boozer, a 6-foot-4 guard, contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists off the bench, demonstrating his playmaking and defensive skills. He initiated the scoring with an and-1 play less than two minutes into the game and consistently facilitated the offense. The brothers’ chemistry was evident as they combined to score or assist on Duke’s first 15 points, with Cayden setting up one of Cameron’s three-pointers later in the contest.
Background on the twins reveals their pedigree as top recruits, with Cameron ranked No. 3 nationally and Cayden No. 16 by ESPN. They chose Duke over Miami, following in their father’s footsteps, after leading Christopher Columbus High in Miami to multiple state championships and a national title. Their transition to college basketball has been smooth, aided by exhibition games, including a strong showing against UCF and a win at Tennessee, which prepared them for the regular-season intensity.
Duke coach Jon Scheyer praised the twins, noting their immediate impact and individual growth. “I just love the fact they both are incredibly impactful, but they’re also on their own journey of becoming really good players and really helping us,” Scheyer said. The team’s depth, bolstered by this top-ranked recruiting class, positions Duke as a preseason ACC favorite and a strong contender for national honors, building on last season’s successes.
With this win, Duke improves to 2-0 after also defeating Texas in the Dick Vitale Invitational opener. The Blue Devils now look ahead to tougher conference matchups, where the continued development of Cameron and Cayden will be crucial. Their strong debut suggests a promising season ahead, with potential for deep NCAA tournament runs and further establishing their legacy in Duke basketball history.
