2019 Rankings Breakdown: Beltway Guards Part 2
As the breakdowns for the 2019 player rankings continue, take a look at the breakdown from the Beltway area guards part one here.
Below, we continue our breakdown of the Beltway area guards that were included in the rankings:
JAHMIR YOUNG | 6’0 G | RYKEN/TEAM TAKEOVER | #15 OVERALL
Jahmir Young may be the sleeper in this class, but he is no slouch. The lefty is very crafty off the dribble, and defends the ball 94 feet. Young is a tough athlete who can elevate and finish with the best.
JOHNATHAN MCGRIFF | 5’11 G | MCNAMARA/TEAM ST8MENT | #16 OVERALL
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McGriff is known to consistently break down his man with his quickness and elite ball handling ability. He is a high IQ floor general. McGriff is very efficient, both in half court, and transition offense. He is an explosive shot creator, and a commendable perimeter defender.
ANWAR GILL | 6’4 G | GONZAGA/DC BLUE DEVILS | #18 OVERALL
Gill has recovered quickly since suffering a broken foot which sidelined him for the spring. The lefty is a big time athlete, and a lockdown defender with a high motor. Gill moves well without the ball, and makes unselfish decisions when in possession.
RONELL GILES | 6’2 G | PALLOTTI/TEAM ST8MENT | #19 OVERALL
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Giles is a true combo guard, and a very good defensive player. Giles has good length, and picks up his man at 94 feet. He’s a talented offensive player with a great feel for the game. Giles displays solid fundamentals, some toughness, and a very good understanding of the game.
JOSH WALLACE | 6’2 G | ST. MARY’S/DC BLUE DEVILS | #24 OVERALL
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Wallace is a true point guard with good size and athleticism. He is applies tremendous pressure on the ball, and is active and alert off the ball defensively. Wallace is very unselfish, and likes to create for his teammates. He can shoot the 3, consistently get into the paint, and finish well in traffic.