#GrindSznKickoff: Class of 2021 Point/Combo Guards

<p>Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at the top Missouri Class of 2021 point guards from the #GrindSznKickoff in Oklahoma City:</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="824134" first="Demarcus" last="Sanford"], Jr. 6’2" (St. Louis Blazers): Long athletic point guard who can shoot a nice, crisp jumper coming off the high screen from the mid range. It’s a thing of beauty with his form and elevation. He also has solid 3-point range off the cage. He has the ability to be a lock-down defender with his length and athleticism. He has been contacted from low major Division I, Division II and NAIA schools. Attends Lift for Life.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="824208" first="Landon" last="Austin"] 6’0"  (Victory Ministry): A solidly built guard from Neosho who did a nice job of playmaking and facilitating the offense at times and getting buckets at other times. He had some strong takes to the basket and he has a nice mid-range jumper as a compliment. He can also knock down an open 3-pointer.</p> <p>Keith Driver 5’10" (Missouri Elite): A quick performer from Jefferson City who enjoyed a very productive weekend. He used his speed and quickness to make things happen at both ends of the court. He used his quick first step to get to the basket and he showcased some 3-point range. He was constantly in the mix on defense as he was getting into the passing lanes and stripping ball handlers.</p> <p>Isaiah Smith 5’9" (Missouri Flight): Tough lefty guard from Crane who was fearless in attacking the basket against opposing bigs. He finished well with an effective floater. His court vision was very good and he shoots a nice ball from distance.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="824211" first="Sonny" last="Amabile"] 5’9" (34Hoops): A small , but very effective pass-first point guard who did a good job of running the pick and roll. He used his quickness to get into the lane and make nice kick-outs to open teammates. He also shot the ball well coming off the high screen. Attends Windsor.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="824213" first="Mason" last="Ballay"] 5’11" Missouri Flight: A strong point guard who plays with good pace as he looks to push the ball and find the open man. He can get inside the lane to find ways to score around the basket to go along with his ability to knock down 3-pointers. Attends Mt. Vernon.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="986528" first="Crishawn" last="Haggard"] 6’0" (Missouri Flight 17U): Scoring point guard who was able to get into the lane and score on some acrobatic shots at the rim with good body control.!He is quick with good 3-point shooting range. Attends Hillcrest</p> <p>Ke'lyjah Carter 5'10" Missouri Elite: A quick combo guard from Jefferson City who was an impressive 3-point shooter throughout the weekend. He can play on or off the ball with his ability to knock down perimeter jumpers, especially from the corner. His was also a factor on defense with his speed and quickness. </p>