As the NBA preseason continues and the regular season approaches on Tuesday, former Duke University player Cameron Boozer has caught the attention of basketball legend Kevin Garnett, a former All-Star and NBA Champion.
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Garnett offered high praise for Boozer, noting his polished skills and defensive capabilities. He stated, "I like him, I like him. He is really polished. And he plays defense too."
Garnett expressed confidence that Boozer will be in the conversation for Rookie of the Year, highlighting his unique ability to perform under pressure. He remarked, "He can mess up and still produce. He gonna be 20/10."
Furthermore, Garnett compared parts of Boozer's game to that of Nikola Jokić, emphasizing Boozer's athleticism and decision-making potential from the high post. "He got a little Jokic in his game. He is a little more athletic; he will dunk you. He nice, I like him. He got a high IQ too. Shout out to Boozer," he added.
These comments indicate that skeptics questioning Boozer's athleticism may need to reconsider their views.