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Duke's Cameron Boozer Sweeps ACC Player and Rookie of the Year Awards
Wake Forest's Juke Harris named Most Improved Player
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer was named the ACC Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year, becoming only the fifth player in ACC history to win both awards in the same season. Boozer led the conference in several statistical categories and was a finalist for national player of the year honors. Wake Forest sophomore Juke Harris was named the ACC's Most Improved Player after increasing his scoring by over 15 points per game from his freshman season.
Why it matters
The ACC is one of the premier college basketball conferences, and these awards recognize the top individual talent in the league. Boozer's historic season and Harris' dramatic improvement showcase the high level of competition in the ACC and the depth of elite players across the conference.
The details
Boozer, a native of Miami, Florida, ranked second in the ACC in points (22.7 per game) and rebounds (10.2) while also contributing 1.5 steals and 4.1 assists per contest. He joined an exclusive club of Duke stars to win both the ACC Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year in the same season. Harris, from Salisbury, North Carolina, increased his scoring average by 15.6 points per game from his freshman campaign, the highest such jump in the country. He was a second-team All-ACC selection after ranking third in the conference in scoring (21.7 ppg) and 13th in rebounding (6.7 rpg).
- On Monday, the 2025-26 All-ACC team and season awards were announced.
- The voting panel consisted of the league's 18 head coaches and 68 members of the media.
The players
Cameron Boozer
A freshman forward at Duke University who was named the ACC Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year, becoming only the fifth player in conference history to accomplish that feat in the same season.
Juke Harris
A sophomore guard at Wake Forest University who was named the ACC's Most Improved Player after increasing his scoring average by 15.6 points per game from his freshman season.
What they’re saying
“Juke Harris' dramatic improvement from his freshman to sophomore season is a testament to his hard work and dedication. He's become one of the most dynamic scorers in the ACC.”
— Gordon Edgar, Wake Forest Basketball Analyst (ACC Press Release)
What’s next
Boozer will look to lead Duke to a deep run in the NCAA Tournament, where he will be a top contender for national player of the year honors. Harris and Wake Forest will aim to build on their successful season and make a push for an NCAA Tournament bid.
The takeaway
The ACC continues to showcase some of the best young talent in college basketball, with players like Boozer and Harris emerging as stars. Their individual accolades highlight the depth and competitiveness of the conference, which remains one of the premier destinations for elite basketball players.
