Player: Caden Giles
Class: 2025
Height: 6’10
School: Flight 22
We’ve watched Giles closely for several years, recently stating, “He’s a long, mobile post prospect with a great combination of IQ, touch, and inside-out scoring ability. Giles finishes well around the basket and above the rim, but also knocks down shots at a quality rate from midrange and beyond the arc. He contains his assignment well on the block, alters shots as a help-side defender, and runs the floor well in transition. Giles also secures rebounds at a consistent rate on either side of the ball. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him a better defender when hedging or switching onto smaller guards. Coach Burnette on Giles: “Caden is a good post player. Displays a good understanding of the game. Scores well on the block but needs to work on expanding his array of moves with his back to the basket. Caden has good shot form from distance.”
Giles made a lasting impression with his play at our Prep Showcase. He was an offensive focal point and excellent defensive anchor for arguably the best team on display in Flight 22. Giles is long, mobile, and understands how to properly utilize his size to overwhelm opponents on either end of the floor. Offensively, he highlighted a strong blend of feel, footwork, vision, and touch with either hand. He regularly played above the rim and appeared comfortable spacing the floor as needed. Giles runs the floor well in transition and earns scoring chances by simply filling the lane. On the other end, he understands how to control the glass and protect the rim defensively. Although he’s great at walling up and consistently altering shots without fouling, he also had a ton of ferocious blocks. Giles is already a reliable piece on both ends of the floor and will only continue to improve as he gets stronger. Expect him to be a priority for college coaches over the next month or so.