DURHAM, N.C. — The Boozer name is already legendary in basketball circles. Carlos Boozer left an indelible mark on Duke basketball in the early 2000s, helping the Blue Devils win a national championship in 2001 before going on to a decorated NBA career. But now, it’s his twin sons — Cameron and Cayden Boozer — who are stepping into the spotlight at the same place their father became a star.
And the question on everyone’s mind?
Could the Boozer Twins go down as the greatest brother duo in Duke basketball history?
A New Era Begins
As the 2025–26 season approaches, Duke fans are buzzing about the incoming freshman class — and rightfully so. Headlining it are the Boozer twins, two five-star prospects out of Miami who have been turning heads since their early high school days. Cameron Boozer, a 6-foot-9 power forward, is already being called the most complete high school player in the country — drawing comparisons to former No. 1 picks before even logging a college minute. His twin brother Cayden, a 6-foot-3 point guard, brings elite court vision, high IQ, and a tenacious motor that makes him the perfect backcourt general.
Together, they’re not just brothers. They’re potential program-changers.
JJ Jackson of Locked On Blue Devils recently sat down with 247Sports’ Kevin Connelly to unpack what the arrival of the Boozer twins could mean for the program — and what it will take for them to etch their names into Duke’s storied history.
Can They Be the Best?
It’s a fair question. Duke has had brother duos before, but none have truly reached iconic, dual-star status on the court at the same time. Miles and Mason Plumlee were both major contributors during their overlapping time at Duke, with Mason becoming an All-American. Tre and Tyus Jones were both beloved point guards — but they played in separate eras. What the Boozers offer is something unprecedented: two five-star brothers, at the same time, playing major roles for a top-5 program with championship expectations.
And the opportunity is right in front of them.
Duke lost every starter from last season’s Final Four team to the NBA Draft — including No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, and fellow lottery talents Kon Knueppel and Khaman Malauch. That leaves a clean slate for head coach Jon Scheyer, who enters Year 4 tasked with building a new contender — and he’ll be leaning heavily on the Boozer twins to lead the charge.
The Early Signs Are Promising
At Duke’s open practice on August 5 inside Cameron Indoor Stadium, both Cameron and Cayden gave fans a sneak peek of what’s coming. Cayden looked confident running the offense during scrimmage, delivering sharp passes and playing with a calm maturity beyond his years. Cameron showed why he’s been dubbed a “one-and-done” lock — rebounding, scoring in traffic, and flashing that smooth, pro-ready footwork.
If this is just the beginning, it’s easy to imagine the hype only growing louder.
Kevin Connelly noted during the interview that the key to their legacy will be winning — and doing it together.
“You can have talent, but the Boozers have a chance to pair that with team success,” he said. “If they help deliver an ACC title, a Final Four, or even a national championship, they’ll be in the conversation for the greatest brother duo ever — not just at Duke, but anywhere in college hoops.”
Legacy in the Making
There’s pressure, no doubt. Expectations are sky-high in Durham. But that’s nothing new to Cameron and Cayden, who have been under the microscope since middle school. With NBA bloodlines, elite coaching, and a golden opportunity to shine immediately, the Boozer twins are positioned to not just meet the moment — but define it.
It’s one thing to play for Duke.
It’s another to make history at Duke.
And that’s exactly what’s on the line for Cameron and Cayden Boozer.
So, will they cement themselves as Duke’s greatest brother duo?
If early signs are any indication, the answer could be a resounding YES — and we may be witnessing the start of something truly special inside Cameron Indoor Stadium.
