Duke forward Cameron Boozer said he suffered multiple fractures around one of his eyes during the Blue Devils’ loss to UConn in the Elite Eight.
Boozer, who is viewed as one of the top prospects in the 2026 NBA draft class, disclosed the injury after the game. The facial fractures were sustained in the course of Duke’s season-ending defeat as the Blue Devils fell short of advancing to the Final Four.
Injury update
Boozer said the injury involved multiple fractures around one of his eyes. No additional details were provided regarding the exact nature of the fractures or any timetable for recovery.
What it means for Duke
The news adds a notable postgame development to Duke’s Elite Eight exit against UConn. Boozer’s presence was a major storyline throughout the season, and his status became an immediate focus following the loss as the program closes its NCAA tournament run.