#Woof: Washington Adds Four-Star Minnesota Guard Casmir Chavis

Washington secures its first commitment in the class of 2024 as Minnesota combo guard Casmir “Cash” Chavis chooses the Huskies as his college of choice.

The 6’2 Chavis, hailing from Minneapolis, Minnesota, is currently ranked as a four-star recruit and holds the #108 spot in the class of 2024. His final selection of schools included Washington, Arizona State, Georgia, and West Virginia, showcasing his interest in representing various parts of the country. The Huskies will compete in the Big Ten starting from Chavis’s freshman year, ultimately leading to more frequent road games in his home region.

Despite his slightly undersized stature as a 2-guard, Chavis compensates with towering athleticism that allows him to finish with authority at the rim. His potential as a man-to-man defender, particularly against opposing point guards, is evident. His body type and playing style bear resemblance to current Husky Koren Johnson, making their prospective partnership in 2024-25 an intriguing aspect to watch.

Chavis’s commitment marks Washington’s first addition to the class of 2024. With several players projected to depart after this season, the Huskies are poised to reinforce their team through both portal acquisitions and high school recruits.

Washington is in close contention for former O’Dea PF Miles Goodman, who recently transferred to a California prep school. Additionally, the Huskies are actively pursuing local five-star point guard Zoom Diallo, whose commitment timeline remains uncertain. The program faces tough competition from Arizona and Gonzaga for Diallo’s services.

The commitment brings attention to the uncertain job status of head coach Mike Hopkins, who enters this season on the hot seat. The recent appointment of a new athletic director further complicates the situation, raising questions about Chavis’s commitment if a coaching change were to occur at Washington.

Below is a snapshot of what the 2024-25 roster could look like if all eligible players were to return. However, given the prevalent era of the transfer portal, this scenario seems unlikely.

Guards: Koren Johnson (3rd year), Nate Calmese (3rd year), Wesley Yates (2nd year), Casmir Chavis (1st year)

Forwards: Christian King (2nd year), Samuel Ariyibi (4th year)

Centers: Braxton Meah (4th year), Franck Kepnang (4th year), Wilhelm Breidenbach (3rd year)