The sons of a former Boston Celtics champion are making waves in the basketball world! Kaden and Kalek House, sons of former Celtic Eddie House, recently showcased their talents at the prestigious Hoophall Classic. This year's event saw the brothers, representing Arizona Compass, seeking redemption after a previous loss. But this year was different...
On Saturday, in a thrilling matchup at Springfield College's Blake Arena, Arizona Compass edged out Long Island Lutheran with a final score of 59-58. Kaden House contributed 12 points and 4 rebounds, while Kalek added 6 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists.
Eddie House, their father, played a crucial role for the Boston Celtics from 2007 to 2010, culminating in an NBA championship in 2008. Now, his sons are carving their own paths.
Kaden, a highly touted prospect, is committed to the University of Maryland and is ranked as the No. 37 overall recruit in the Class of 2026. Kalek is headed to Xavier, holding the No. 141 spot in his class. They both signed their letters of intent in November 2025, which meant they could focus solely on playing.
Kalek shared that the recruiting process hasn't changed their focus: "My mentality is the same as last year: do what I can do to win."
Kalek is only worried about communicating with Xavier's coaching staff, led by Richard Pitino. Pitino previously coached their older brother, Jaelen, at New Mexico. Kalek's decision to commit to Xavier was solidified after seeking advice from his brother.
The brothers' impact was felt on the defensive end. A critical play in the fourth quarter highlighted Kaden's competitive spirit. After a turnover, he immediately refocused, forcing a turnover on the other end, leading to a game-sealing dunk.
Arizona Compass coach Pete Kaffey praised their competitive nature, stating, "They’re two of the best competitors I’ve ever coached."
Kalek and Kaden's bond, forged through years of playing together, will soon face a new chapter as they head to different colleges. Kalek acknowledges he'll miss the unique connection they share on and off the court.
What do you think? Are you impressed by the House brothers' performance? Do you think playing together has given them an edge? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
