Cameron Boozer pulled off a triple-double against Portland Thursday night, a performance so rare for a rookie that you have to go all the way back to Lonzo Ball in 2017-18 to find the last time it happened this early in the season. Boozer delivered 18 points, 11 rebounds, and 12 assists against the Trail Blazers, making a serious statement that has the whole league paying attention.
Boozer’s Ridiculous Early Run
Getting a triple-double is tough for any NBA player, but for a rookie to nail it by his fifth game? That’s just wild. Boozer, the former Duke star, has exploded onto the scene, not only putting up monster individual numbers but also leading the Memphis Grizzlies to an absolutely scorching 5-0 start. Think about that for a second: 5-0. It is early, sure, but this kind of immediate impact from a rookie, especially with his team rolling, is exactly why he is already the leading candidate for Rookie of the Year.
Rookie of the Year Frontrunner?
Boozer isn’t just getting buzz, he’s delivering. The Kia Rookie Ladder already has him at the No. 1 spot in their debut Top 10 ranking. He’s even earned praise from a former NBA Defensive Player of the Year, which tells you how impressive his all-around game has been. The Grizzlies, with Boozer at the forefront, might be way ahead of schedule right now. It’s only the first week of the season, but the kid is proving he belongs, and then some.
This early run from Boozer and the Grizzlies is something to keep an eye on. Can he maintain this insane pace? Can Memphis keep their win streak alive? The season just got a whole lot more exciting with this young gun making history.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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