Top 20 Shooting Guards: Dallas/Fort Worth Rankings (1-5)
In North Texas, the shooting guard position is as deep as it has ever been. Based on skill, on-court capabilities, in-game performances, team success, and potential going into the 2020-21 season, who are the top shooting guard prospects in the…
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Continue ReadingIn North Texas, the shooting guard position is as deep as it has ever been. Based on skill, on-court capabilities, in-game performances, team success, and potential going into the 2020-21 season, who are the top shooting guard prospects in the whole Dallas/Fort Worth area?
#5 C.J. Noland C.J. Noland 6'4" | SG Waxahachie | 2021 State #129 Nation TX (2021) | 6-4 | Waxahachie High School:
Highly recruited athlete with college-ready game and incredibly unique physical attributes. Physically, he’s made for the next level, incredible size and frame. Noland has a body built like a rock, his strength is unbelievable but he controls it well and uses it to his advantage. Excellent footwork, every move he makes is strong and explosive. C.J. has 101 moves in his bag that he can pull out at any time; his feet, his first step, and his spin are all super quick and smooth. The way he can use his body to get to the basket makes it nearly impossible to keep him from scoring in the lane, he never has trouble absorbing the contact and he usually draws the foul. Noland can be very creative when driving the ball and finishing at the rim, this man can go up and contort his body any way he needs to and still get the job done with either hand. Great fastbreak player, C.J. can get out in run or throw a full-court pass on point. An outstanding rebounder, one of the best at his position, very active on the glass, with a powerful second jump. He can completely dominate the boards on both offensive and defensive ends. This intense competitor is willing to do anything for the ball, even if it means sacrificing his body. One of Noland’s best traits is the way he works with his counterparts, he’s an awesome teammate, unselfish, and consistently makes the right plays with and without the ball. When on the court, CJ Noland is as locked in and as focused as they come. He has a chance to be a special ballplayer, he’s coming off an amazing junior season where he was awarded the Offensive MVP honor and was even a candidate for Player of the Year. I don’t think anybody in the city would be surprised if he led Waxahachie to a state title this upcoming season.
Waxahachie Junior Guard CJ Noland drops career high 41pts vs SGP! Top 10 prospect from Jabari Johnson on Vimeo.
#4 Tyler Lundblade Tyler Lundblade 6'5" | SG Greensboro Day | 2021 State NC (2021) | 6-5 | Grapevine Faith High School:
Tyler put up some of the most ridiculous numbers you’ll see from a high school athlete. Not only did he end the season averaging a whopping 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists per game, but he also shot almost 50% from the field, over 40% from deep, 86% from the foul line, had 10 double-doubles, two 40-point games, and hit well over 100 three-point shots. He took home the Offensive Player of the Year award, the district MVP, and All-State honors. Once the ball touches Tyler’s hands you can expect a bucket. Even if you try to double team him, he will still find a way to get the ball in the hoop. Lundblade is a straight-up baller, he has several ways of putting points on the board. When driving the ball, he utilizes his length to get around the defense, he has good stop and start moves, and he does a terrific job of getting into the body of defender before making a move to score. As a shooter, he’s very gifted, his jump shot is beautiful, his form is perfect, his release is high and quick, and his elevation is impressive. Even when contested, Tyler can routinely shoot over the top of defenders, he’s somebody who can knock it down in every way possible, no matter the situation. Although he doesn’t need much space to get his shot off, he can still create for himself with stepbacks, spin moves, crossovers, and side steps. Lundblade is becoming a master at the art of scoring, he may even be the best scorer in Dallas/Fort Worth. He led the entire metroplex in scoring and he did it efficiently. Next season, Tyler Lundblade Tyler Lundblade 6'5" | SG Greensboro Day | 2021 State NC will be completing his high school playing career at Greensboro Day School, one of the top basketball programs in the state of North Carolina. Tyler Lundblade Tyler Lundblade 6'5" | SG Greensboro Day | 2021 State NC seems to get better every season, and I don’t believe next year will be any different. If he can continue to turn his weaknesses into strengths, then there is no doubt in my mind that he’ll be a top recruit in North Carolina.
#3 Manny Obaseki Manny Obaseki 6'3" | SG John Paul II | 2021 State #47 Nation TX (2021) | 6-3 | Allen High School:
This Texas A&M commit is one of the best leapers in the nation, he gets up and throws it down with ease; when he penetrates the lane you better get out of the way. Manny’s a slick lefty with all-around offensive abilities, he averaged 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists per game this season, while also earning himself the district MVP and All-State honors. Obaseki has a freakish skill set that has been destroying the competition for years now. Phenomenal jump shooter with great form, he can pull-up from mid-range or from deep and can light it up off a catch-and-shoot. Manny is never rattled when shooting contested shots, he shoots it with focus and usually knocks it down. If you allow him into the lane then you’re in trouble, if he doesn’t dunk on you, he’ll finish with his one of his many crafty layups. Strong defensive presence, his instincts matched along with his athleticism creates several turnover opportunities for his team. He’s speedy and savvy enough to jump passing lanes and also jumps high enough and reacts quick enough to block shots. After coming off such an exciting season with Allen High School, Manny Obaseki Manny Obaseki 6'3" | SG John Paul II | 2021 State #47 Nation TX has decided to take his talents to John Paull II High School where he will be teaming up with one of the top teams and arguably the top small forward in the state of Texas. Whether it’s back to back MVP awards or winning a state title, I believe Manny Obaseki Manny Obaseki 6'3" | SG John Paul II | 2021 State #47 Nation TX will be going out with a bang.
#2 Rylan Griffen Rylan Griffen 6'5" | SG Richardson | 2022 State #72 Nation TX (2022) | 6-5 | Richardson High School:
Bonafide scorer that can put points on the board in an abundance of ways. Rylan is one of the top leading scorers in the DFW, he put up big-time numbers against the biggest and baddest competition the state has to offer. He led his team in points and continued to get better at scoring the ball as the year went on. Griffen was able to average 21 points per game while scoring well over 500 points. Everything Rylan does on the court is lethal, his jumper is money in the bank and his crossover is deadly. Pulling up off the dribble is what he does best, there’s not a spot on the court he can’t pull-up from. He has a mean crossover and footwork, very tight, neat, and quick handles which make it really easy for him to get to his spots or blow by defenders. Rylan is a super athlete with high flying skills. He’s already jumping out of the gym and I can tell you now that there’s going to be plenty of posters in his future. Griffen gets it done on the defensive end as well, he’s a hungry relentless defender with a high motor that doesn’t let up for anyone no matter what the score is. He shows real superstar potential, his ceiling is extremely high, he’s the breakout star of the year, and he made a name for himself with his ability to lead the troops on the court. Rylan Griffen Rylan Griffen 6'5" | SG Richardson | 2022 State #72 Nation TX puts on a show any time his feet touch the court, very unique prospect that plays with a lot of emotion and passion. The energy he plays with is second to none, it rubs off on all his teammates and everyone else in the building. The future for this kid shines bright.
Untitled from Jabari Johnson on Vimeo.
#1 Keyonte George Keyonte George 6'5" | SG IMG Academy | 2022 State #4 Nation FL (2022) | 6-5 | Lewisville High School:
Keyonte George Keyonte George 6'5" | SG IMG Academy | 2022 State #4 Nation FL is hands down the best shooting guard in the entire Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. He’s the top-ranked shooting guard of his class in the state, and one of the top in the nation. In just his first two years, Keyonte has already allocated more than 1,500 points in just 63 games and earned himself the district MVP award, which is absolutely unheard of for a sophomore. This season he averaged about 24 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals per game. A certified bucket getter that is always in attack mode, he put almost 800 points and had multiple 30 point games. His offensive skillset is mature well beyond his years, often compared to NBA players like D’Angelo Russell or James Harden. When it comes to scoring there is nothing he can’t do and there’s not a move he can’t make, he has some of the most outstanding ball skills you will find. No man can stop him alone, you never know how he’s going to come at you. George can consistently get to his spots at will, he has no issues breaking his man down and finish at the rim with either a dunk or a smooth layup. An incredibly dangerous shooter from both inside and outside the arc, whether he’s spotting up, pulling up, or coming off a screen he’s going to knock it down. I love the confidence he plays with, when he steps on that court he wholeheartedly believes that he’s the absolute best and he backs it up with his play. Keyonte George Keyonte George 6'5" | SG IMG Academy | 2022 State #4 Nation FL has chosen to transfer from Lewisville High School to iSchool of Lewisville, where he will be matched up with a top-notchTexas point guard by the name of Cruz Davis Cruz Davis 6'3" | PG Huntington Prep | 2022 WV , and they are expected to be the number one duo in the state next season. Keyonte George Keyonte George 6'5" | SG IMG Academy | 2022 State #4 Nation FL is coming of a year where he was the one and only Texas ballplayer to be nominated for the Gatorade Player of the Year award. At this rate, Keyonte George Keyonte George 6'5" | SG IMG Academy | 2022 State #4 Nation FL is NBA bound and I don’t think there will be anyone able to stand in the way of him achieving his ultimate goal.
Rank | Name | Height | High School | Class |
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#1 | Keyonte George | 6'5 | Lewisville to iSchool | 2022 |
#2 | Rylan Griffen | 6'5 | Richardson | 2022 |
#3 | Manny Obaseki | 6'3 | Allen to John Paul II | 2021 |
#4 | Tyler Lundblade | 6'5 | Grapevine Faith to Greensboro | 2021 |
#5 | C.J. Noland | 6'4 | Waxahachie | 2021 |
#6 | T.J. Caldwell | 6'4 | Faith Family Academy | 2022 |
#7 | Jalen Lake | 6'4 | Waxahachie | 2021 |
#8 | Ja'Kobe Walter | 6'4 | McKinney | 2023 |
#9 | Drew Steffe | 6'3 | Frisco Memorial | 2023 |
#10 | Calaway Dykes | 6'2 | Decatur | 2021 |
#11 | Chase Ross | 6'3 | Plano West | 2021 |
#12 | Juan Reyna | 6'2 | Duncanville | 2021 |
#13 | Rytis Petraitis | 6'6 | Oakridge School | 2021 |
#14-Tie | Finley Bizjack | 6'3 | Byron Nelson | 2023 |
#14-Tie | Cooper Sisco | 6'4 | Frisco Wakeland | 2021 |
#15 | Anthony Black | 6'4 | Coppell | 2022 |
#16 | Jordan Roberts | 6'3 | South Grand Prairie | 2021 |
#17 | Dean Balo | 6'3 | Richardson JJ Pearce | 2023 |
#18 | Patrick Caero | 6'3 | Trinity Valley | 2021 |
#19 | Jackson Waggoner | 6'1 | Grapevine | 2022 |
#20 | Cooper Macaulay | 6'5 | Fort Worth Christian | 2022 |