Top-50 Maryland basketball commit Kaden House ready to team with Oladotun, lift Terps out of their rut

Compass Prep (Ariz.) four-star combo guard and Maryland signee Kaden House is ready to team with Baba Oladotun and help the Terps have a comeback season.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 11:31am

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Kaden House, a four-star combo guard from Compass Prep in Arizona, has signed with the University of Maryland. In a recent interview, House discussed his recruitment, his decision to commit to Maryland, his relationship with head coach Buzz Williams, and what fans should expect when he takes the floor in College Park. House is ranked the No. 43 player and No. 5 combo guard in the Class of 2026.

Why it matters

House's commitment to Maryland is seen as a key addition to the Terps' roster, as the team looks to bounce back from a disappointing season. His versatility and scoring ability, combined with the addition of fellow signee Baba Oladotun, are expected to help lift Maryland out of their recent rut.

The details

House, the son of former NBA guard Eddie House, has been working on expanding his ball-handling skills, which he believes will make him a better player. He can play both point guard and off-guard roles, providing the Terps with a versatile backcourt option. House's commitment to Maryland came after careful consideration, with head coach Buzz Williams impressing him with his honesty and demand for excellence.

  • House is winding down his senior season of high school basketball before heading to College Park.
  • House turns 19 in September of his senior year.

The players

Kaden House

A four-star combo guard from Compass Prep in Arizona, ranked the No. 43 player and No. 5 combo guard in the Class of 2026. He has signed with the University of Maryland.

Baba Oladotun

A fellow Maryland signee, Oladotun is a top senior prospect who has shown a lot of potential and is expected to provide scoring punch for the Terps.

Buzz Williams

The head coach of the University of Maryland men's basketball team, known for his demanding style and focus on building strong relationships with his players.

Eddie House

Kaden House's father, a former NBA guard.

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What they’re saying

“The whole season has been going really well. We had a tough loss against SPIRE Academy but we ended up bouncing back and beating Bella Vista. I think we played really well but we just weren't hitting shots much.”

— Kaden House, Maryland signee

“I think it's making me a better player. If a coach wants me to play point guard, I can play point. If he wants me to come off the ball, I can come off the ball.”

— Kaden House, Maryland signee

“Obviously it's about basketball, but it was more so the conversations that I had with him man to man, just opening up.”

— Kaden House, Maryland signee

“He's demanding, he demands the best out of you. But everyone tells me he's a good person.”

— Kaden House, Maryland signee

“I just know that he's a really hard worker. He has a lot of potential. He's a top senior right now, so he went from a top junior to a top senior. I think Maryland fans should be expecting a lot of buckets.”

— Kaden House, Maryland signee

What’s next

As House pushes through his senior season, his goals remain grounded. "I just want to do better than I did last year," he said.

The takeaway

The addition of Kaden House and Baba Oladotun to the Maryland basketball roster is seen as a significant boost for the Terps, as they look to bounce back from a disappointing season. House's versatility and scoring ability, combined with Oladotun's potential, are expected to help lift Maryland out of their recent rut and provide a strong perimeter duo for the team.