Caden Powell, a Waco native and former Baylor basketball player, is set to return to the team's roster for the 2026-27 season following a recent court ruling in Ohio that has significant implications for the program. Powell, who joined Baylor last season after playing at Wyoming and Rice, had a successful year, stepping into a starting role due to injuries within the team.
This season, Baylor's roster is notably deeper, thanks to the efforts of head coach Scott Drew and his staff. Powell's addition is seen as a key component in rounding out the squad, enhancing the team's overall depth as they prepare for a full season.
While Powell may not immediately secure a starting position, he is expected to play a crucial role off the bench, contributing defensively and providing a lob threat on offense. The projected depth chart for the Bears includes Kayden Mingo and Dylan Mingo as starting guards, with Powell listed as a rotation player at center alongside starter Juslin Bodo Bodo.
The current depth chart is as follows:
Guards Starters: Kayden Mingo (So.), Dylan Mingo (Fr.) Rotation: Isaac Williams IV (Jr.), Brett Decker Jr. (Jr.), Andre Iguodala Jr. (RS-Fr.) Depth/RS: Drew Perry (So.), James Goodis (Sr.)
Wings/Forwards Starters: Isaac Celiscar (Jr.), Evan Chatman (Sr.) Rotation: Elijah Williams (Fr.), Maikcol Perez (So.), Andre Iguodala Jr. (RS-Fr.)
