Harry Giles III

Harry Giles III, a distinguished forward-center, earned a NCISAA 3A State Championship in 2013 as a freshman at Wesleyan Christian Academy, averaging 12.5 points and 9.5 rebounds per game. He solidified his status as a top prospect by earning Co-MVP honors at the Under Armour Elite 24 game in 2014. In his junior year, Giles led Wesleyan Christian to a remarkable 30-5 record and a state championship appearance, showcasing dominant averages of 23.9 points and 12.5 rebounds per game. Recognized for his exceptional talent, he was rated a five-star recruit and the No.

1 overall prospect for the Class of 2016 by ESPN, in addition to being named First-team All-USA by USA Today in 2015. Demonstrating his international capabilities, Giles represented the United States, securing three gold medals, including being named to the All-Tournament Team at the 2015 FIBA U19 World Championship. Continuing his trajectory, Giles committed to Duke University, where he made his collegiate debut in December 2016. During his tenure at Duke, he played in 26 games, contributing to ACC Tournament victories with averages of 3.9 points and 3.8 rebounds.

His journey continued in 2023 when he signed with the Brooklyn Nets, followed by a two-way deal with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024, maintaining his presence within the highly competitive NBA landscape. Most recently, in 2024, Giles expanded his professional career internationally by signing with the Shanxi Loongs in the Chinese Basketball Association. This move underscores his sustained effort and commitment to playing at the elite professional level, building upon a decorated high school and collegiate foundation and adapting to diverse basketball settings globally.