Duke freshman Cameron Boozer is the heavy betting favorite to secure the Naismith National Player of the Year award, driven by his scoring, double-doubles, and consistency.
If successful, Boozer would become the fifth freshman to win the honor, joining a list that includes Cooper Flagg, Zion Williamson, Anthony Davis, and Kevin Durant. Additionally, a victory would make him and Flagg the first duo of consecutive winners from the same school, extending Duke's record of Naismith recipients.