Last Updated on January 9, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information on Carlos Boozer:

  • Full Name: Carlos Austin Boozer Jr.
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on November 20, 1981
  • Hometown: Aschaffenburg, Germany (Born on a U.S. military base; raised in Juneau, Alaska, USA)
  • Height: 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm)
  • Weight: 258 lbs (117 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 2 inches (218 cm)
  • Shoe Size: 16 (U.S.)
  • Number: Wore 5, 1, 4, and 34 during his NBA career
  • Position: Power Forward
  • High School: Juneau-Douglas High School (Juneau, Alaska)
  • College: Duke University (1999–2002)
  • NBA Draft: 2002 NBA Draft, 2nd round, 35th overall pick by the Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Teams Played For:
    1. Cleveland Cavaliers (2002–2004)
    2. Utah Jazz (2004–2010)
    3. Chicago Bulls (2010–2014)
    4. Los Angeles Lakers (2014–2015)
    5. Played in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) with Guangdong Southern Tigers (2016–2017)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Three children: Carmani, Cayden, and Cameron (twins)
  • Siblings: Carlos is one of five siblings, including siblings Charles, Crystal, Nakeisha, and Yasmin.

Carlos Boozer was a highly productive power forward during his 13-season NBA career. Known for his physicality, rebounding, and efficient scoring in the post, he was a two-time NBA All-Star (2007, 2008).

He enjoyed his most successful years with the Utah Jazz, helping lead the team to multiple playoff appearances alongside Deron Williams. Boozer was also a member of the U.S. Men’s Basketball Team that won an Olympic gold medal in 2008. After retiring from professional basketball, Boozer has worked as a basketball commentator and mentor for young athletes.