Week 2 Top PGs
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Week 2 brought some fantastic games and some great performances in Ohio as I watched several games across the state. Several PGs stepped up and specifically impressed me during the week. Through livestream and live-action, here are the best of…
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Continue ReadingWeek 2 brought some fantastic games and some great performances in Ohio as I watched several games across the state. Several PGs stepped up and specifically impressed me during the week. Through livestream and live-action, here are the best of the best.
Anthony Johnson Anthony Johnson 6'3" | PG Midfield | 2022 State AL (2022) Fairmont
Johnson overcame some early struggles as Springboro face-guarded the senior guard from the tip. Johnson was able to get open regardless and found a rhythm with his shooting. What we learned in this game was Johnson is most dangerous when you allow him open space. His ability to beat you on the fast break or in a halfcourt setting is what makes Johnson one of the best shooters and overall guards in the GWOC. His continued hot scoring should force college coaches to lock in.
Aiden Porter Aiden Porter 6'1" | PG Fairland | 2022 State OH (2022) Fairland
Porter stepped up big for the Dragons in their game against Eastern Brown. The Rio Grande commit is one of the deadliest shooters in the state, especially off the dribble drive. Porter has incredible explosiveness and blows by defenders. Can hit the 2nd level and score at the rim, or utilize the previously mentioned pullup jumper. Lightning quick handles and was unphased against pressure. This confidence and skill will help him with Rio next Fall. Porter is a proven leader and steps up for his team on the floor.
Keith Prysock Jr (2023) Patriot Prep
Prysock is one of the scrappier PGs on this list, but I felt he was such a huge part of Patriot Prep’s offense. Looked to slash often and allowed him opportunities to collect assists against Andrews Osborne. Can find teammates but struggled to connect in the game I watched. Hustles and is the first guy back on defense on turnovers. Prysock isn’t the best shooter I’ve seen for a PG, but his hustle and willingness to make the extra pass are things I like to see and can be improved on over the next 2 years.
McKane Finkenbine (2022) Anna
Finkenbine put on a scoring clinic in a losing effort against SCAL rival Fort Loramie. It seemed he could score at-will and however he wanted. Finkenbine is the primary scoring option for the Rockets and took probably 40-45% of the shots for Anna in their loss. Can score from all 3 levels and particularly can pick defenses apart with his quickness on the perimeter. Creates opportunities for himself and others. I felt Finkenbine’s shooting selection down the stretch was a bit questionable, but his ability to actually score was not in question and no doubt makes him a target for D3s in Ohio.
Carson Fuka (2022) Ottawa-Glandorf
Fuka wasn’t a guy that stood out with elite scoring or passing. Rather he handled the ball well and defended his position. Fuka had solid footwork on both ends of the floor and utilized this to find the lane forcing defenses to collapse. He has a really great scholarship athlete on his team in Colin White Colin White 6'5" | SG Ottawa Glandorf | 2024 State #156 Nation OH meaning Fuka doesn’t need to be the primary scorer for the Titans. Nonetheless, I like players that perform their roles well and Fuka does just that as the PG.
DeQuan Warren (2024) Keystone Academy (PA)
Warren might be a non-Ohio player, but this guy might just be the best prospect on this list. Only a sophomore, Warren sliced up Flyght Prep, a Post Grad team that had players 3-4 years older than Warren. The lefty is shifty around the rim even though he only used his Left hand when attacking. Gets shots to fall at the rim and even saw shots falling in the midrange. Defensively was a tough matchup and then also defended the Flyght guards with his footwork and athleticism. Early in his career, Warren looks like a possible D1 caliber player.