Brayden Burries
#9Arizona
Scout Report
When a top-10 national recruit bypasses the traditional college recruitment dance and enrolls early, you know the program struck gold.
Background
The San Bernardino native made his mark on the EYBL circuit before deciding Arizona was his destination. Burries competed at the highest levels of grassroots basketball, including Peach Jam, where college coaches got extended looks at his combo guard skill set. Eleanor Roosevelt served as his prep launching pad before making the jump to Tucson.
Playing Style
At 6-4, Burries has the size to play either guard spot effectively, which gives Arizona flexibility in their backcourt rotations. His EYBL experience shows in how he handles pressure and finds his spots within offensive sets. The combination of length and court vision allows him to see over defenses and make plays others can't. Still developing his consistency from deep, but the stroke looks clean and the confidence is there.
Recruitment
Already on campus in Tucson after choosing the Wildcats over Cal, Tennessee, and Michigan. His early enrollment suggests Arizona sees him as a contributor sooner rather than later. The #9 national ranking carries weight, and his ceiling remains high as he adjusts to college pace.
Updated Mar 10, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Arizona
COLLEGE
Eleanor Roosevelt
PREP SCHOOL
Team United
AAU
Career Highlights
Five-star Arizona freshman Brayden Burries led all scorers with 22 points in tonight's Red-Blue Showcase
Arizona Commit Brayden Burries pulled up to the Drew League and did not disappoint
New beginnings committed nevadabasketball
Brayden Burries named 2025 Mr. Basketball State POY for California
100% committed Arizona
The No. 11 boys high school basketball recruit Brayden Burries announces his commitment to Arizona on SportsCenter
Offers
4
Arizona
Attending
Chose Arizona over 3 other offers
Cal
Tennessee
MichiganSocial Activity
Congratulations! Gatorade player of the year for CA! @BraydenBurries sent him off with the blue and red Gatorade, what’s your favorite flavor? Keep the accolades coming 👌🏿 https://t.co/HxW6jfZFIi
He’s a player that’s going to keep you hired! Section 7 stats 3-1 record 108 pts 27pt avg. 37rebs 9.2avg. 12ast 3avg. 6stl 1.5avg 17to 4.2avg. He can’t shoot they say🥱 40/76 total fg% 52% 2pt fg% 33/57 57%. 3pt fg% 7/19 36%. FT. 21/26 80%. https://t.co/SNjClTF3Dk
After 1 year at Westmont College, after coach departure I am now in the Transfer Portal. With 3 years of eligibility and redshirt year available!!! #ncaabasketball #Pacwest #transferportal https://t.co/a1eoDzLbNZ