NJ Panthers U15/U16 Top Point Guards

<p>The NJ Panthers have been known for quality point guard play with Third Team All-State performer <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="850329" first="Quadry" last="Adams"]</strong> and two-time All-Group 3 selection <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="900309" first="Christian" last="Cevis"]</strong>. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="900316" first="Ernest" last="Carter"] </strong>and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="850515" first="Justin" last="Glover"]</strong> can both play off the ball, but they are also capable of being lead guards. The U15 and U16 squads are also filled with talented point guard prospects who can play at the next level. Here are the top point guards from the NJ Panthers U15/U16 teams.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013069" first="Malachi" last="Johnson"], 5’11 Union 2023</strong></p> <p>Johnson is a dynamic guard prospect capable of blowing by his defender in the halfcourt. The 5’11 point guard has a good handle and did well in the layup drills as he was able to finish through contact. Johnson is also a good shooter as he has a clean release and made several jumpers over contests in shooting drills. He dominated in the 2-on-2 drills as he won almost every game. Johnson’s ability to score the ball is a good sign for the NJ Panthers U15 squad.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="933736" first="Amari" last="Campbell"], 6’3 St. Joe’s Metuchen 2022</strong></p> <p>Campbell had a strong sophomore season for the Falcons and is looking to carry over that success into the summer. The 6’3 point guard has a nice first step, which he showed in the layup drills. Campbell pushed the ball well in transition and made good decisions with the ball in his hands. He moved well off the ball and showed a nice release on his jumper. Campbell is a skilled guard who should be a tremendous help for the NJ Panthers U16 backcourt.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="933044" first="Richard" last="Machado"], 6’1 Saddle River Day 2023</strong></p> <p>Machado is a talented guard prospect who is ready to burst onto the scene. The 6’1 guard has one of the nicest shooting forms in the 2023 class and knows how to get his shot off quick. Machado made several contested jumpers during the shooting drills and shoots the ball with confidence. He is more than just a shooter as he has a good handle and can take the ball to the basket. Machado is a skilled guard prospect and complements Johnson nicely in the NJ Panthers U15 backcourt.</p> <p><strong>Yathin Vemula, 6’0 South Brunswick 2022</strong></p> <p>Vemula had a strong session, making the case for being the best kept secret in the GMC. The 6’0 point guard was at his best during the game sessions as he played with poise on the ball and did not force anything. Vemula has a good handle and was able to make shots through contact during the layup drills. He has a good release on his shot and knows how to move off the ball. Vemula is ready to emerge onto the Garden State basketball scene as he looks to play a big role in the backcourt for the NJ Panthers U16 team.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013101" first="Chris" last="Ross"], 5’9 Wallkill Valley 2023</strong></p> <p>Ross is one of the top leapers in the 2023 class as he was routinely exploding over the rim during the session. The 5’9 guard uses his explosion to blow by his defenders in the halfcourt. Ross has a good handle and performed well in the 2-on-2 setting as he played within the flow of the game. He has a nice release on his jumper and made contested shots during the closeout shooting drills. Ross is an athletic point guard who is a good addition to the NJ Panthers U15 backcourt.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Other Players to Know:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Nate Pluviose, 5’10 Pope John XXIII 2023</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013102" first="Keyshawn" last="Winchester"], 5’7 JP Stevens 2023</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013103" first="Jonathan" last="Nsenkyire"], 5’8 Rutgers Prep 2023</strong></p>