According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, former two-time NBA All-Star and Utah Jazz legend Carlos Boozer is joining the Jazz as a scout , back with the team where he used to play.
Sources say Boozer has already been at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago with the team, so this is officially underway.
Why This Makes Sense for the Jazz
Bringing Boozer into the scouting department isn’t just a feel-good move — it’s a smart one. With years of experience playing with and against some of the best big men in the league, Boozer has valuable insight that can help the Jazz with their roster decisions.
His knowledge of the game, especially when it comes to frontcourt players, will be huge as the Jazz rebuild through the draft and develop their young core.
A Family Affair: Cam Boozer on the Horizon?
One interesting side note here is that Carlos’ son Cam Boozer is projected to be a top-3 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. With Boozer now tied to the Jazz, speculation is growing that this could be the start of a real-life father-son storyline in Utah.
While nothing is guaranteed in the draft, the idea of Cam following in his dad’s footsteps — and potentially playing for the Jazz — is fun.
What This Means for the Future
The Jazz will likely be in the lottery next season so they’ll have another shot at high-end talent. Having Carlos Boozer around as a scout could give them an edge in finding prospects — and maybe even help them land his son down the line.
It’s early days but this feels like the start of something special — a full-circle moment for Boozer and a fresh start for the Jazz to build something on and off the court.
Whether this is a long-term role for Boozer or just the first step towards something bigger we’ll see. Either way, fans should be excited to see him back in a Jazz uniform — even if it’s not on the court this time.