2021 Rankings: Top of the Class

<p><strong>No. 1 || 6-10 F [player_tooltip player_id="754230" first="Jabari" last="Smith"] – Sandy Creek</strong></p> <p>The future All-American has followed up last year’s breakout campaign with 23.4 points, 9.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.8 blocks per game. Auburn is getting a potential lottery pick, a forward that perfectly fits into today’s NBA game. [player_tooltip player_id="754230" first="Jabari" last="Smith"] II scores inside and out equally effective. He’s hit 41% of his three-pointers and has been unguardable in the low post. Smith is the closest thing to Kevin Durant in the state of Georgia.</p> <p><strong>No. 2 || 6-7 W [player_tooltip player_id="754231" first="Matthew" last="Cleveland"] – Pace Academy</strong></p> <p>Florida State has length and strength coming to the wing. Matt Cleveland is averaging 23.1 points, 10.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 3.2 steals and 1.8 blocks. He has overwhelmed the competition in Class 2A and looks close to finishing his career with back-to-back titles. Cleveland is as scary as it gets in transition with his long strides and vicious demeanor when attacking the rim. His mid-range shot has improved every year. His three-point shot is still a work in progress but is still dangerous when he gets a chance to set his feet. His wingspan helps him serve as a major disruptor on defense.</p> <p><strong>No. 3 || 6-6 SG [player_tooltip player_id="806710" first="Kowacie" last="Reeves"] – Westside-Macon</strong></p> <p>The Seminoles are peaking at the right time things to a future Gator. [player_tooltip player_id="806710" first="Kowacie" last="Reeves"] Jr. is pouring in 26.9 points, 9.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 2.5 steals and 1.6 blocks, making a strong case for Mr. Georgia Basketball out of Middle Georgia. Reeves has grown on and off the court each year. He scores all over, hitting threes, scoring on post ups over defenders and getting to the rack with authority. He’s served as a mentor to his younger teammates and has carried Westside all season.</p> <p><strong>No. 4 || 6-2 PG [player_tooltip player_id="869578" first="Peyton" last="Daniels"] – Tri-Cities</strong></p> <p>Tri-Cities is built to capture their second title in three years. Vanderbilt-signee [player_tooltip player_id="869578" first="Peyton" last="Daniels"] is the head of the veteran group. Daniels is an explosive scorer that shoots lights out from distance. He’s crafty with the ball and can wriggle his way to the basket where he’s strong enough to score through contact. Daniels has gotten better each season as a playmaker and table setter for others.</p> <p><strong>No. 5 || 6-6 W [player_tooltip player_id="754239" first="Jusaun" last="Holt"] – St. Francis</strong></p> <p>The Alabama-signee has averaged 20.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.1 steals. He has transformed into a creator on the perimeter. Holt creates separation and can shoot over the defense from the perimeter. He’s developed a reliable outside shot and still has the toughness to get all the way to the rim. His length gives him value at the next level as a rangy defender.</p>