"Crafty Commander: Elite Handles, Fierce Court Vision, and Relentless Heart"

Kai Otee Hunt

@Kai_Hunt12

IG: @kai_hunt12

5’10, 175lbs, Class of 2025

Mazama HS, OR

Kai electrifies the court with a dynamic combination of nasty ball handling, elite court vision, and fearless decision-making under pressure. What separates Kai from others at his position is his natural ability to control the tempo like a master facilitator, reading defenses and creating scoring opportunities with a fluid, almost effortless command. Whether he’s slicing into gaps to set up a teammate, breaking down defenders with a crafty dribble move, or dictating the flow of a game with poise beyond his years, Kai brings a fierce competitive fire and relentless intelligence to every possession. His handles are tight, his passing is crisp, and his leadership is undeniable, he plays like a true extension of the coaching on the floor, a rare quality that instantly elevates those around him. Mixed it up on the biards and was a tenacious defender.

This season, Kai averaged 17 points, 6 assists, 4 rebounds, and 2.5 steals per game, showcasing his all-around impact on both ends of the floor. His biggest improvement was attacking the rim with aggression, creating separation on drives, and unlocking and elevating his new scoring dimension to his game. Kai’s focus this offseason centers around mastering the art of creating space with fierce dribble moves, step-backs, and hesitation moves to keep defenders guessing. After overcoming an early-season knee injury that forced him to lead from the sidelines, Kai’s resilience and leadership only grew stronger, preparing him for the next stage of his journey. As he heads toward his college career, Kai is determined to soak up every lesson, improve his craft, and become a complete, unstoppable floor general.

This AAU season, Kai will play with the Hidden Valley Mustangs, with a goal to expand his creativity with the ball and discover new ways to set himself and his teammates free. His goals also revolve around evolving his playmaking while fearlessly experimenting with new moves to take his game to the next level. What fuels Kai’s fire the most is the electric environment of a packed gym, the noise, the energy, the emotion, everything that makes the game so special to him. Adversity doesn’t shake him; it powers him. No matter what obstacles are thrown his way, Kai embraces the fight with unwavering toughness and grit. Guided by the best advice he’s ever received, "To always play to the level of his greatness, not to the weakness of his opponent." Kai is ready to carve out his path and make a mark wherever he steps foot next.

I assess that Kai’s elite ball-handling, fearless playmaking, and fiery competitive spirit give him all the tools to be a difference-maker at the college level. His ability to control a game’s rhythm set up teammates, and attack defenders will immediately add value to any program looking for a tough, savvy point guard.

Expect Kai to develop even further as he embraces the college game. His relentless desire to learn, sharpen his offensive arsenal, and attack adversity head-on make him a player with serious long-term potential to be the engine of a winning program.