Eric Gaines brings disruptive defense and steady playmaking to UAB
Gaines is a 6-foot-2 guard whose value goes beyond scoring: in his most recent UAB season, he averaged 9.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.1 steals, and 2.9 assists while playing in all 34 games, and Proballers lists a career-best 6 steals in a game in 2024[4][1]. His calling card is intensity—he pressures the ball, creates turnovers, and can stuff the stat sheet when he’s engaged, making him a strong fit for teams that want a downhill, defense-first guard with energy and toughness[1][4].
