All season long, the buzz around freshmen has been dominated by names like Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa. Peterson's clutch performances at Kansas and Dybantsa's scoring feats at BYU have captured headlines. But amidst all this, Cameron Boozer has been quietly putting on a clinic.
On Tuesday night, Boozer made sure everyone took notice.
A Night to Remember
In a commanding display, the No. 1 Duke Blue Devils steamrolled Notre Dame Fighting Irish 100-56 in South Bend.
Boozer was the star of the show, dropping 24 points and grabbing 13 rebounds in just 24 minutes of action. Shooting an impressive 10 of 12 from the field, he had already racked up 20 points and nine rebounds by halftime.
It wasn't about flash; it was about dominance.
Consistent Excellence
Boozer's season averages tell the story of his impact: 22.7 points and 10.1 rebounds per game on nearly 60% shooting. He's hitting over 40% from beyond the arc and dishing out four assists per game. This isn't just hype-it's consistent, reliable production.
With a 26-2 record, Duke sits atop the ACC, and Boozer is undeniably their standout player.
Time to Shift the Conversation
There's no denying Peterson and Dybantsa's talent. But Boozer might just be the most complete freshman on the court right now.
His efficient scoring, ability to rebound in traffic, and vision to pass out of double teams set him apart. He doesn't force plays; he controls them.
Duke is looking every bit like a national title contender, and Boozer is a major reason why.
If he's been flying under the radar, that's about to change.
Looking Ahead
With the regular season wrapping up, Boozer and the Blue Devils have their sights set on running the table in the ACC Tournament and making a deep NCAA Tournament run. Last season, they reached the final four but fell short. This year, they're poised to go further.
Duke's upcoming schedule includes a crucial home game against Virginia on Saturday. As March approaches, they'll face NC State on the 2nd and host North Carolina just before the ACC Tournament kicks off on March 7th. Boozer's performance in these games will be key as Duke aims for glory.