The Young Talent Shining Bright: Cameron Boozer's Journey

Cameron Sikandar Boozer is a rising star in college basketball. He plays for the Duke Blue Devils. His father, Carlos Boozer, is a former Duke player and NBA star. Cameron is following in his father's footsteps. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on July 18, 2007. Both his parents are American, making him an American citizen. Cameron's background is mixed. His father is African-American, and his mother is also African-American. The family follows Christianity. Cameron has shown his faith through his actions, like playing the cello for Fellowship Church. Before joining Duke, Cameron played high school basketball at Christopher Columbus High School in Florida. He was outstanding, averaging 21. 1 points, 11. 3 rebounds, 4. 2 assists, and two blocks per game as a sophomore. His team won a state title. His performance earned him the Gatorade National Player of the Year award in 2023. He also won Florida’s Mr. Basketball and Mr. Basketball USA that year. Cameron is considered a five-star prospect. He and his twin brother were highly ranked in the 2025 recruiting class. They received interest from top programs like Miami and Florida. Ultimately, they chose to play together at Duke.