Player Interview Spotlight: Braden Huff

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 2026Show Flow00:53 Meet Braden Huff01:39 Chicago Roots and Recruiting Journey03:18 Choosing Gonzaga05:17 State Championship and High School Career08:47 Mr. Illinois Recognition11:24 Redshirt Decision and Development13:51 Lessons from Gonzaga Practices16:48 Early Role and Adjustments18:31 Handling Frustration and Confidence22:30 Two-Bigs Lineup and Team Fit23:27 Transfer Portal Pressure26:00 Offseason Skill Development29:11 Knee Injury and Rehab32:25 Expanding His Game (Floater, Short Roll)39:27 Coaching and Self-Evaluation42:49 Final Thoughts