Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer became the second-youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double on Thursday, October 29, 2026. At 19 years and 103 days old, the 6-foot-8, 250-pound forward delivered 18 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists in a 124-103 road victory against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center.
The performance propelled the Memphis Grizzlies to a 5-0 start, marking the second time in franchise history the team has opened a season with five straight wins. The previous instance came during the 2014-15 campaign. Boozer, selected third overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, needed just five career games to reach the milestone.
Historic Company and Elite Precedents
Boozer is the youngest player to record a triple-double in a victory. Across the league’s history, accomplishing the feat within five or fewer games is an exclusive club. The only other players to do so are Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson with the Cincinnati Royals in 1960, former NBA champion Art Williams with the San Diego Rockets in 1967, and one-time All-NBA selection Ben Simmons with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2017.
On the all-time list of youngest players to ever register a triple-double, Boozer slots in directly behind Josh Giddey. Giddey set the benchmark at 19 years and 84 days old on January 2, 2022, while playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Boozer also surpassed the mark previously held by LeBron James. Additionally, Boozer is the youngest frontcourt player to record a triple-double, surpassing San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, who was 20 years and 6 days old on January 10, 2024.
Inside the 124-103 Victory at the Moda Center
The matchup in Portland pitted two of the last three undefeated teams in the NBA against each other. Boozer put up his 18 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists in only 28 minutes of action, navigating defensive pressure from Portland defenders like Donovan Clingan and Toumani Camara.
Memphis used a collective effort to pull away, outscoring the Trail Blazers 33-20 in the final quarter. Seven other Grizzlies players reached double figures in scoring to secure the comfortable road win. The contest also featured former Grizzlies star Ja Morant playing against his old team following a June 2026 trade. Morant contributed 14 points and 3 assists in 23 minutes before exiting the game in the fourth quarter due to a hamstring injury.
The Record Holders At a Glance
| Player | Age | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Giddey | 19 years, 84 days | Jan. 2, 2022 |
| Cameron Boozer | 19 years, 103 days | Oct. 29, 2026 |
| LaMelo Ball | 19 years, 140 days | Jan. 9, 2021 |
| Markelle Fultz | 19 years, 317 days | April 11, 2018 |
With the victory secured, Boozer and the Grizzlies return to action Saturday night, when they host the 0-5 Sacramento Kings.
