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By Bryan Colbert Jr.
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Cam Boozer is already making his presence felt in the NBA, and the Memphis Grizzlies are off to an impressive start.
The rookie forward recorded his first career double-double Friday night as Memphis rallied for a dramatic 111-108 victory over the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.
Boozer finished with 25 points, 12 rebounds and six assists, according to Yahoo Sports, delivering a breakout performance in just his second NBA game.
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The victory improved Memphis to 2-0 for the first time since the 2022-23 season, but the Grizzlies needed a remarkable fourth-quarter comeback to secure the win.
Golden State appeared positioned to pull away late before Memphis closed the contest on a stunning 17-2 run.
The Warriors entered the fourth quarter holding a 90-84 advantage after outscoring the Grizzlies 34-24 in the third.
Memphis responded with a strong defensive effort, limiting Golden State to just 18 points in the final period.
Boozer's performance was particularly encouraging following a difficult shooting debut against the Utah Jazz.
The former Duke standout scored just seven points on 2-of-15 shooting in his first NBA appearance, although he contributed 11 rebounds and five assists during Memphis' 123-103 victory.
His second outing provided a much different offensive result.
Boozer demonstrated the versatility that made him one of the most highly regarded prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft, contributing as a scorer, rebounder and facilitator. The performance also highlighted his ability to bounce back quickly from adversity.
While Boozer's debut showed that he could impact winning without scoring efficiently, Friday's victory offered a glimpse of what Memphis could become when its young forward is producing offensively.
The Grizzlies have now opened their season with consecutive victories, including a road win against a Golden State team looking to rebound from its opening-night loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.
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For Memphis, the early results are encouraging as the franchise looks to establish itself in a competitive Western Conference.
Boozer still has plenty to learn as he adjusts to the NBA, but his first two appearances have already demonstrated his all-around potential.
And after helping the Grizzlies complete a dramatic comeback against the Warriors, the rookie has given Memphis fans another reason to be excited about the team's future.
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