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Jersey Number 3
Kaden Powers
- Position:
- Guard
- Height:
- 6-4
- Weight:
- 195
- Class:
- Freshman
- Hometown:
- Seattle, Wash.
- High School:
- Rainier Beach
Powers, a standout guard known for his defensive tenacity and versatility, brings size, athleticism, and a high basketball IQ to a talent-rich Rutgers recruiting class. Joining fellow three-star recruits Gevonte Ware and Lino Mark, Powers sets the Scarlet Knights up for another promising season under head coach Steve Pikiell.
2025-26 Season:
- Scored a season-high 13 points against Michigan.
- Scored his first basket against Purdue.
- Scored four points and had two steals in seven minutes in his debut against Rider.
2024–25 Season at Rainier Beach (WA):
- Led Rainier Beach High School to its 10th 3A State Championship, finishing with a 28–3 overall record and a perfect 14–0 record in division play.
- Helped Rainier Beach become the #1 ranked team in the state of Washington.
- Averaged 13.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 0.8 steals over 15 games.
- Shot 31.6% from three-point range and 85% from the free-throw line.
- Excelled at Peach Jam on the EYBL circuit, averaging 16.8 points per game on 43.2% shooting, including 47.2% from three and 76.5% from the line across eight games (shooting splits: 43.2/47.2/76.5).
- Impressed with standout performances in Augusta:
- 28 points (6 three-pointers) vs. Kiyan Anthony and Team Melo
- 17 points (5 three-pointers) vs. Jerry Easter and Team Final
- Competed against future Rutgers teammate and 2025 commit Lino Mark.
- Developed under Rotary Rebels head coach Daryll Hennings, who believes Rutgers is the ideal next step for Powers.
- 3-star recruit, ranked:
- #2 in Washington
- #37 shooting guard nationally
- #179 overall (per 247Sports)
- Visited Rutgers on October 2, 2024, and verbally committed just over a week later on October 11.
- Officially signed with the Scarlet Knights on November 13.
- Chose Rutgers over 15 other offers, including UNLV, Washington, Montana, and James Madison.
- Attended Rainier Beach High School, alma mater to several NBA players including Nate Robinson, Kevin Porter Jr., Dejounte Murray, CJ Giles, Doug Christie, and Terrence Williams.
- Mentored by Jamal Crawford, a three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year and Rainier Beach legend.
- Powers' mother, Taryn, described Crawford’s mentorship as “a blessing,” adding that while Powers had support from many pro players, Crawford “took him under his wing” after a significant injury before his freshman year that sidelined him for a year and a half. That experience solidified Powers’ decision to commit fully to basketball over football.
Steve Pikiell Podcast: Seton Hall Week, Fan Questions
Thursday, December 11
Men's Basketball Postgame Press Conference - Purdue
Wednesday, December 03
Rutgers Men's Basketball Postgame Press Conference - Notre Dame
Tuesday, November 25
Men's Basketball Postgame Press Conference - Central Connecticut State University
Saturday, November 22
