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Cayden Daughtry Breaks Peach Jam Single-Game Scoring Record With 43 Points

The 6-foot point guard’s efficient, late-game scoring at the Nike EYBL showcase has accelerated college recruiting and drawn praise from NBA players.

Overview

  • Daughtry set the Nike EYBL Peach Jam single-game record after Thursday's triple-overtime game, scoring 43 points on 14-of-24 shooting and 4-of-7 from three in an 84-83 loss to the New York Rens.
  • He delivered two clutch plays that extended the game: a game-tying dunk at the end of regulation and a deep three at the end of the second overtime.
  • Across three Peach Jam appearances he totaled 109 points, 20 assists and 13 steals, producing eye-popping short-sample averages that showcase scoring, playmaking and defensive activity.
  • Daughtry is a 247Sports five-star recruit ranked No. 9 in the 2027 class and has drawn interest from major programs including Iowa, Miami, Michigan, Florida State, Florida and UConn; Iowa has scheduled an official visit for Sept. 12.
  • Visible praise from NBA figures such as Desmond Bane and his recent U17 Team USA gold medal highlight how EYBL/Peach Jam exposure is raising his profile with college coaches and professional scouts while long-term projections remain fluid.