Hardwood Classic: Underrated Guards (17U)

<p><b>Hardwood Classic: Underrated Forwards (17U)</b></p> <p>LAWRENCE, Kan. — The 2019 Hardwood Classic wrapped up on Sunday at the Kansas Sports Pavilion with MoKan Elite 2021 defeating the Missouri Flight in the championships game.</p> <p>Here, Prep Hoops takes a look at several of the tournament’s most underrated guards from the Kansas side.</p> <p><b>34-Drew Bortz, 6’1, G, 2020, Washburn-Rural, Kansas Hoggs 17U</b></p> <p>Bortz put together another solid weekend running with the Kansas Hoggs. He has an old school quality to his game, crafty around the basket with a wide array of moves and the ability to finish around the basket. He can step out and handle the ball, shoot and has an effective mid-range game to boot,</p> <p><b>2-Ethan Lincoln, 6’2, G, 2020, Lawrence Free State, Grandstand Elite</b></p> <p>A tough, no-nonsense player who brings good size to the basket court. He can play either guard spot and can knock down open 3-pointers or finish in the lane. Lincoln is tough at the defensive end of the court, playing with intensity and showing the ability to lock up multiple positions.</p> <p><b>1-Zach Nelson, 6’0, 2020, Shawnee Mission North, Marcus Denmon Elite</b></p> <p>Another defender who can overwhelm a guard and force him to makes mistakes. He’s like a shadow that can’t be shook. He has a quick reaction time and bounces around the floor and looks to poke away passes, dribble through traffic and find his way to the basket.</p> <p><b>22-Jaheem Ray, 5’8, G, 2020, Grind Elite 17U</b></p> <p>A smaller guard with good handles and a knowledge for the game. He runs the floor well and can finish in transition and give his teammates looks near the glass. A pass-first player who knows how to score and play physical when he isn’t getting what he wants.</p> <p><b>7-Kolyn Sauceada, 5’9, G, 2020, Grind Elite 17U</b></p> <p>He can find his shot from distance and is comfortable looking for his shot off the glass. He moves well off screens and always comes off looking for a deep 3-pointer. He can connect with a hand in his face and can also elevate to get his shot off.</p>