Elliot Cadeau is set to start at point guard for the Michigan Wolverines this season. Standing 6 feet tall and weighing 180 pounds, Cadeau faces the challenge of improving his draft stock after a mixed freshman year. Last season, he averaged 10.5 points, 5.9 assists, and 2.7 rebounds per game, with shooting percentages of 41.1% from the field and 37.6% from beyond the arc.
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With the departure of key players such as Aday Mara, Yaxel Lendenborg, and Morez Johnson, Cadeau will need to take on a larger offensive role—something he hasn't done since transferring from North Carolina. Known for his playmaking ability, Cadeau combines a frenetic pace with calculated decision-making, though he has shown tendencies for poor choices at times. He recorded the highest number of turnovers in the ACC during his freshman year at UNC, committing 113 mistakes. However, he has shown improvement in ball handling since then and will need to maintain this progress with increased responsibility this season.
Scoring efficiency has been a consistent issue for Cadeau throughout his college career, as he has not surpassed 44% shooting from the field in any season. Given his size, there is little margin for error, and he shot 37% from three during Michigan’s championship run on over four attempts per game. While his shooting mechanics are promising, he must refine his shot selection.
Defensively, Cadeau’s smaller stature poses challenges, impacting his draft stock over the years. To be successful at the next level, he will need to rely on his basketball IQ and instincts, and adding strength to his frame could improve his ability to defend against other guards. Historically, small guards face an uphill battle in the draft, but Cadeau’s background as a five-star recruit and his winning experience may attract the attention of NBA scouts. If he can enhance his offensive efficiency and make incremental improvements defensively, he may well find himself in the first round of this year’s draft.