Trending Now - Duke's Cameron Boozer Suffers Facial Fractures in Uconn Loss

WHO:

Hoops Rumors - Cameron Boozer is the son of Carlos Boozer, a two-time NBA All-Star whose last season was in 2014/15.

Newsweek - Duke star freshman Cameron Boozer won Naismith Men's Player of the Year on April 2nd, 2026.

ESPN - Cameron Boozer is a projected top-five pick in the 2026 NBA draft.

WHAT:

Daily Mail Sports - Cameron Boozer revealed that he sustained "a couple of fractures" to his face during the Blue Devils' loss.

Hoops Rumors - Cameron Boozer has a fractured orbital bone and his right eye was “noticeably swollen and bloodshot” following the injury.

Hoops Rumors - Boozer averaged 22.5 points, 10.2 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.4 steals on .556/.391/.789 shooting splits in 38 games during the season.

Hoops Rumors - Boozer was named a first-team All-American after his freshman season.

ESPN - Boozer's injury occurred during a play that was decided on Braylon Mullins' 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds remaining in the game.

ESPN - Boozer stated, "I think I'm just a winning player, all-around player. I think I impact the game in so many different ways," regarding his readiness for the NBA.

ESPN - Boozer expressed emotions about accepting awards in Indianapolis, stating, "First of all, I'd like to say it's definitely nasty, but that's not the reason, that one play is not the reason we lost."

ESPN - Cameron Boozer suffered multiple fractures around one of his eyes during Duke's 73-72 loss to UConn in the Elite Eight on March 29th, 2026.

ESPN - Boozer stated, "I have a couple of fractures, but I'm all good," while accepting The Associated Press and United States Basketball Writers Association player of the year awards.

ESPN - Boozer took an elbow to the face from UConn's 7-foot-1 center Eric Reibe during the game.

ESPN - A Duke trainer applied a soda can to Boozer's face while he sat on the bench after the injury.

WHERE:

ESPN - The injury occurred during a game in Indianapolis, Indiana.

WHEN:

ESPN - The game against UConn took place on March 29th, 2026.

ESPN - Boozer accepted the player of the year awards on April 2nd, 2026.

WHY:

ESPN - Boozer mentioned that the backlash faced by his twin brother, Cayden Boozer, after a turnover was tough, saying, "There is not really that much I can say to make him feel better."

ESPN - Boozer expressed that he wishes the outcome of the game would have been better but emphasized the importance of focusing on the healing process and the team's achievements.

HOW:

Hoops Rumors - Boozer stated, "I’m just going through the healing process," regarding his recovery from the injury.

NY Post - Boozer opted not to undergo any surgery to deal with the injuries.

ESPN - Boozer decided against surgery for his eye injury only two months before the NBA draft.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 17:12 UTC)

Cameron Boozer announced that he suffered a couple of fractures to his face during the Blue Devils' recent loss. He shared that he is currently focused on the healing process as he recovers from the injury. The news was reported by Daily Mail Sports and Hoops Rumors.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 09:17 UTC)

Cameron Boozer has suffered a fractured orbital bone, with his right eye appearing noticeably swollen and bloodshot following the injury. This season, he averaged 22.5 points, 10.2 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.4 steals over 38 games, earning him a spot as a first-team All-American after his freshman year. Boozer is the son of Carlos Boozer, a two-time NBA All-Star who played his final season in 2014-15.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 03:56 UTC)

In a dramatic finish, Boozer's injury occurred during a crucial play that hinged on Braylon Mullins' three-pointer with just 0.4 seconds left in the game. Reflecting on his readiness for the NBA, Boozer emphasized his versatility as a player, stating, "I think I'm just a winning player, all-around player," while also addressing the tough backlash his twin brother faced after a turnover. Despite the setback, Boozer has chosen not to undergo surgery for his injuries.

(UPDATED April 5, 2026 21:05 UTC)

Cameron Boozer, the standout freshman from Duke, was named the Naismith Men's Player of the Year on Thursday, and is projected to be a top-five pick in the upcoming NBA draft. Unfortunately, Boozer suffered multiple fractures around his eye during Duke's narrow 73-72 loss to UConn in the Elite Eight on Sunday, where he took an elbow to the face from UConn's center Eric Reibe, but he reassured fans by stating, "I have a couple of fractures, but I'm all good," while accepting his awards. Despite the injury, Boozer has chosen to forgo surgery as he focuses on healing and the team's accomplishments.