Duke Basketball's Cameron Boozer Leads ACC Dominance Amid Tough Schedule

Duke basketball is making headlines as they remain undefeated at 10-0, leading the ACC amid a challenging schedule. Freshman forward Cameron Boozer is a standout, averaging 23 points and 9.9 rebounds per game, and he leads KenPom's player of the year standings with a rating of 2.535.

The Blue Devils have recently secured significant victories, including a top-25 win against reigning champion Florida and a triumph over a top-10 Michigan State team, showcasing their resilience in close games.

According to The Fayetteville Observer, Duke is ranked No. 3 nationally and has the best resume in the country through their first ten games. The ACC has shown signs of improvement this season compared to last, with eight teams in the top 40 of the NCAA Evaluation Tool rankings, a notable bounce back from last year's struggles.

The conference's competitiveness is reflected in its power rankings, with teams like Louisville, UNC, and Virginia also making strong impressions early in the season. However, while the ACC is on the rise, it still faces challenges in maintaining dominance against other powerhouse conferences.

This year's ACC is rated the fourth-best conference according to KenPom, marking a significant improvement from previous seasons. Duke's performance, led by Boozer, is central to the narrative of the ACC's resurgence this season.