Cameron Boozer is now a member of the NBA family, becoming the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night. Boozer goes from the Duke Blue Devils to the Memphis Grizzlies, and Carlos Boozer, is one happy father.
Boozer headed up on stage at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., before the draft officially started.
Carlos Boozer Ecstatic to Witness Cameron Boozer’s Moment
ESPN shared a video of Carlos seeing his son go up the stairs and join other NBA Draft players that gathered together.
“Proud dad moment for Carlos Boozer as his son takes the NBA draft stage”, ESPN’s account on X wrote on Tuesday night. In the video, Carlos could be seen visibly fighting back his emotional reaction as he recorded a video of the 2026 draft class, including his son.
Proud dad moment for Carlos Boozer as his son takes the NBA draft stage 🥹
Watch the NBA draft at 8 ET on ABC, ESPN and the ESPN App 🤩 pic.twitter.com/ZcbltpvVt7
— ESPN (@espn) June 23, 2026
Last season at Duke, Cameron Boozer played with his brother Cayden. Now, Cameron is going to head into the pro ranks.
Cameron absolutely dominated throughout his freshman year at Duke, joining Cooper Flagg, Zion Williamson, Anthony Davis, and Kevin Durant as the fifth freshman to sweep the major Player of the Year awards.
At 6’9″ with broad shoulders, excellent feel, and an advanced skill set, he combines old-school power with a modern forward’s versatility. Cameron scores efficiently from anywhere, whether facing up, backing down, or stretching the floor with his improving 3-point range.
His poise and consistency stand out, giving him the look of a player ready to contribute immediately at the next level. Boozer thrives on fundamentals rather than flash, relying on touch, body control, and basketball IQ to dominate within the flow of a game.
While not super bouncy, his mobility and anticipation make him a sturdy defender across multiple spots. The big question is how his game will translate to the pros. Some NBA executives believe he can be a team’s offensive engine, while others view him more as a star-caliber complementary piece.
In his one season at Duke, Cameron averaged 22.5 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. If he can put up those types of numbers regularly for the Grizzlies, Memphis’ fans will feel a lot better about the team’s selection.
Cameron appears committed to doing everything he can to prove he’s worthy of being the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
