NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. -- Cayden Daughtry, a 17-year-old point guard from Florida, has made headlines this summer by leading his Florida Rebels to victory at Nike's Peach Jam Championship while rewriting the record books. Standing at just 6 feet and weighing around 165 pounds, Daughtry's impressive skill set and game IQ have set him apart in the high school basketball scene.

During the tournament, Daughtry averaged a Peach Jam-record 34.8 points over five pool-play games, surpassing the previous record held by Cam Thomas. His overall statistics for eight games included 258 points, 49 assists, 34 rebounds, 23 steals, and only 16 turnovers. His shooting was exceptional, with 63% on two-pointers, 49% from beyond the arc, and 91% from the free-throw line.

Daughtry's performance drew comparisons to Trae Young, with Florida Rebels coach Steve Reece noting, "He shoots deep... They both nasty on the court."

In a grueling schedule that took him across the country and even to Türkiye, Daughtry displayed remarkable endurance and skill, leading to impressive game performances:

• 32 points, 9 assists in the opener against Team Melo
• 43 points in a triple-overtime match against the NY Rens
• 33 points in the championship against Drive Nation

Despite his success, Daughtry faces skepticism regarding his size, ranking No. 9 overall and No. 3 point guard in the 2027 class according to 247Sports. He acknowledges the challenges but emphasizes his determination and work ethic.

Daughtry's recruitment is heating up with schools like Providence, Michigan, Tennessee, Miami, Kentucky, and Iowa showing interest. His unique ability to control the game dynamics and create opportunities for teammates has made him a standout player.

As he returns home for the first time in weeks, one question remains: When will we see Cayden Daughtry in action again?