DURHAM, N.C. — As Cooper Flagg, Duke’s generational talent and projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, departs for the pros, the Blue Devils are not hitting the reset button. Instead, they’re reloading with another dynamic duo: twin brothers Cameron and Cayden Boozer, sons of Duke legend and NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer. The five-star freshmen, ranked No. 2 and No. 21 in the 2025 recruiting class by ESPN, are poised to carry Duke’s championship aspirations into the post-Flagg era under coach Jon Scheyer.

Cameron Boozer, a 6-foot-9 power forward, is a versatile force with a college-ready frame and a polished skill set. His high basketball IQ, relentless rebounding, and ability to score inside and out draw comparisons to former Duke star Paolo Banchero. During his high school career at Christopher Columbus High School in Miami, Cameron averaged 22.2 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, leading his team to three consecutive Florida state championships.

His MVP performances at the 2023 FIBA U16 Americas Championship and 2024 FIBA U17 World Cup, where he averaged 20.1 points and 9.9 rebounds, underscore his dominance. “We have a chip on our shoulder,” Cameron told ESPN. “People overlook us, but we have the talent to be the best team in the country.”

Cayden Boozer, a 6-foot-5 point guard, complements his brother with elite playmaking and poise. Known as the best passer in high school basketball, Cayden averaged 7.6 assists and 12 points per game last season, orchestrating Columbus’ offense with surgical precision. His vision and ball security—posting a 6.6-to-2.1 assist-to-turnover ratio in the Nike EYBL—evoke former NBA veteran Andre Miller. Cayden’s leadership shone at the FIBA U17 World Cup, where he led the tournament with 6.4 assists per game. “I know where Cam’s going to be before he does,” Cayden told Hoops HQ, highlighting their telepathic chemistry.

The Boozer twins’ arrival is a recruiting coup for Scheyer, who has secured nine five-star prospects since taking over from Mike Krzyzewski in 2021. Their commitment to Duke over Miami and Florida was no guarantee, despite their father’s legacy as a 2001 national champion.

“They worked their butts off for this moment,” Carlos Boozer told ESPN. “They complement each other so well. It’s going to be a fun journey.” The twins’ decision was influenced by Flagg’s reclassification to the 2024 class, clearing the path for Cameron to step into a starring role.

Duke’s 2025-26 roster, bolstered by fellow freshmen Dame Sarr, Nikolas Khamenia, and Sebastian Wilkins, is built to contend. Cameron is expected to fill Flagg’s point-forward role, leveraging his power and rebounding edge. “He’s a better rebounder than Flagg and arguably a better rim protector,” CBS Sports analyst Matt Norlander said. Cayden, meanwhile, will anchor the backcourt, potentially alongside returning guards like Caleb Foster. Their history of winning—three state titles, three Nike Peach Jam championships, and two USA Basketball gold medals—suggests they thrive under pressure.

Despite the hype, challenges loom. Duke’s loss to Houston in last season’s Final Four left a “heartbreaking” mark, Cameron admitted. The Blue Devils face a tough ACC and a preseason narrative that overlooks them as title contenders. Yet, the Boozers’ proven chemistry and Scheyer’s recruiting prowess position Duke to defy expectations. As Cameron declared, “Once the season starts, that’ll change for sure.”

With the Boozer brothers leading the charge, Duke’s quest for a sixth national championship is alive and well. The Cameron Crazies await their debut, ready to usher in a new era of Blue Devil dominance.