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Duke's Cayden Boozer Returns, Ends Transfer Rumors

4/16/2026

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Duke guard Cayden Boozer will return for his sophomore season, announced April 16, 2026.
The decision ends transfer speculation after freshman year in which he averaged 7.7 points and 3.0 assists.
He started all Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament games after Caleb Foster's injury, giving Duke backcourt stability as coach Jon Scheyer weighs roster decisions, including Isaiah Evans who may enter the NBA Draft.

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Duke guard Cayden Boozer will return for his sophomore season, announced April 16, 2026.
The decision ends transfer speculation after freshman year in which he averaged 7.7 points and 3.0 assists.
He started all Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament games after Caleb Foster's injury, giving Duke backcourt stability as coach Jon Scheyer weighs roster decisions, including Isaiah Evans who may enter the NBA Draft.