In this Player Spotlight episode of The Perimeter, presented by Idaho Central Credit Union, Adam Morrison sits down with forward Braden Huff.

We dive into his journey from the Chicago suburbs to Gonzaga, his decision to redshirt, and how that year helped shape his development and confidence at the college level.

From being named Illinois Mr. Basketball to carving out his role with the Zags, Braden shares insights on his growth, his mindset through adversity, and what he’s continuing to work on as his game evolves.

Recorded March 2026

Show Flow

00:53 Meet Braden Huff

01:39 Chicago Roots and Recruiting Journey

03:18 Choosing Gonzaga

05:17 State Championship and High School Career

08:47 Mr. Illinois Recognition

11:24 Redshirt Decision and Development

13:51 Lessons from Gonzaga Practices

16:48 Early Role and Adjustments

18:31 Handling Frustration and Confidence

22:30 Two-Bigs Lineup and Team Fit

23:27 Transfer Portal Pressure

26:00 Offseason Skill Development

29:11 Knee Injury and Rehab

32:25 Expanding His Game (Floater, Short Roll)

39:27 Coaching and Self-Evaluation

42:49 Final Thoughts