WACO, Texas — The so-called “Boozer Twins” Cameron and Cayden Boozer Decommit from Duke, Pick Baylor Bears Over Alabama and LSU: “We’re Planning to Take Baylor Basketball by Storm”
In a startling development that is shaking up the NCAA basketball landscape, Cameron and Cayden Boozer — the highly celebrated “Boozer twins” — have formally decommitted from the Duke Blue Devils and committed to the Baylor Bears men’s basketball team. The selection, selected over great suitors such as Alabama and LSU, sends a loud and unambiguous message: the twins are eager to chart a new course and transform Baylor into a national powerhouse.
The Boozer twins, sons of former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, have long been regarded as some of the most valuable recruits in the country. Cameron, a 6-foot-9 forward and the nation’s top-ranked player, is noted for his varied scoring, excellent rebounding, and court vision that belies his size. Cayden, a 6-foot-3 guard, is a dynamic playmaker with a high basketball IQ, lightning-fast handling, and the ability to control games on both ends of the court. They’ve been hailed as the most influential twin combo to enter college basketball in almost a decade.
In a joint statement posted over social media, the twins expressed their enthusiasm:
“After much consideration, prayer, and discussions with our family, we have decided to withdraw from Duke and officially commit to Baylor University. Coach Scott Drew and the Baylor family provided us more than simply a vision—they showed us home. “We intend to take Baylor Bears basketball by storm.”
Baylor Head Coach Scott Drew apparently played a role in the twins’ decision. Drew’s program, which is known for instilling a championship culture in Waco, won the national title in 2021 and has remained a top-tier challenger since. According to sources close to the recruitment, Drew outlined a compelling developmental plan for both players that emphasised not only basketball success but also personal growth, leadership, and long-term NBA readiness.
“We’re not just joining a program—we’re joining a family,” Cayden Boozer stated in a follow-up interview. “Coach Drew made us feel like we belonged, and he showed us how we could make history in Waco.”
This monumental pledge immediately propels Baylor to the top of the 2025 recruiting rankings, raising expectations for a deep NCAA Tournament run in the coming years. Recruiting analysts have described it as a “program-defining moment” that has the potential to change college basketball’s power dynamics away from traditional bluebloods.
Fans in Waco are already buzzing. Baylor student sections are gearing up for an exciting environment at the Ferrell Centre. Alumni, celebrities, and fellow athletes have celebrated the news on social media, using hashtags like as #BoozerToBaylor and #TwinTakeover.
The twins’ departure from Duke, while shocking, highlights the shifting dynamics of collegiate basketball recruiting in the NIL age, when personal fit, development, and opportunity frequently surpass brand names alone.
Cameron and Cayden Boozer’s new green and gold uniforms send a clear message: Baylor Basketball is on its way, and the Boozer twins are leading the charge.