There’s something simmering in Durham—and it’s not just preseason workouts.
Incoming Duke freshman and five-star phenom Cameron Boozer is already setting the tone for the 2025-26 season. In a bold statement that’s sent shockwaves through the college basketball world, Boozer addressed what many Blue Devil fans have been feeling: Duke is being overlooked heading into the new campaign.
“We’re very overlooked right now,” Boozer said confidently. “Once the season starts, that’ll change for sure.”
The 6’9″ powerhouse forward, who committed to Jon Scheyer’s squad as one of the most highly touted prospects in the country, isn’t used to being doubted. But after Duke’s emotional exit in last year’s Final Four, followed by a relatively quiet offseason in the eyes of national pundits, Boozer says this year’s team is playing with a chip on its shoulder.
And that chip might just fuel a monster season.
🔵 Duke Reloaded, Not Rebuilding
While the Blue Devils lost key pieces from last year’s Final Four run, they’ve reloaded with one of the top recruiting classes in the nation—headlined by Boozer himself, whose mix of power, IQ, and scoring touch already has NBA scouts taking notes.
Joining him is a cast of elite talent: explosive wing Dylan Harper, savvy point guard Jared Harris, and returning veteran pieces that bring continuity and hunger to a locker room that’s tired of being counted out.
This isn’t just another “young Duke team”—this is a squad built to finish what last season couldn’t.
🧠 Jon Scheyer’s Quiet Confidence
Second-year head coach Jon Scheyer has kept a relatively low profile this offseason, quietly working behind the scenes to assemble a team that reflects his vision: unselfish, defensively tough, and battle-tested.
And Cameron Boozer may be the perfect extension of that vision—a player who blends old-school grit with modern-day versatility. His words aren’t just bravado; they’re a signal of internal belief, discipline, and mission.
💬 A Message to the Doubters
Boozer’s comments weren’t just for fans—they were for the doubters, the analysts who bumped Duke out of their top five, and maybe even for the programs who thought the Blue Devils’ Final Four run was a fluke.
If there’s one thing college basketball has learned over the decades, it’s this: Never sleep on Duke.
And with Cameron Boozer now in the building—and clearly motivated—it might be time to wake up.
Get ready. Duke’s coming. 👀💥
📸 Photo via Duke Men’s Basketball
✍️ Story by ChatGPT Sports
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