North Carolina 3A West Sensational Guards
Jaiden Thompson Jaiden Thompson 6'1" | PG Central Cabarrus | 2023 State NC Central Cabarrus High 2023 A composed guard that has a really good pace to his game. Scoring 20 points a game, the junior Thompson has a great…
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Continue ReadingJaiden Thompson Jaiden Thompson 6'1" | PG Central Cabarrus | 2023 State NC Central Cabarrus High 2023
A composed guard that has a really good pace to his game. Scoring 20 points a game, the junior Thompson has a great assortment of moves that help him comfortably get to his spots on the court. He is a decent athlete and can get above the rim, his soft touch on his floater is something he has taken advantage of constantly this season. The undefeated Central Cabarrus team is one of the best defensive teams in the state and Thompson sets the best example for the team. He averages almost four steals a game and will look to take another step this upcoming summer. Excited to see him play in the playoffs this season.
Chadlyn Taylor West Charlotte 2025
Taylor is an exciting young guard that the Lions have, that has confidence and poise for his age. He is still raw and this season was a huge season for him starting with a few upperclassmen. Taylor impressed in his last matchup against one of the best teams in the state, conference-winning Vikings from North Meck. They lead most of the game, Taylor tallied 15 points and seven assists in the 75-80 loss. Taylor has quick hands, almost averaging two steals on the season. Taylor and the Lions will be playing in the 3A playoffs this season and I think his defense and how well he can lead the team with some experienced seniors will determine how far this team may go.
Cooper Ray South Point High 2022
Ray is one of the better three-point shooters in 3A, he has made five three-pointers in two games this season. A 35% three-point shooter on the season the dual-sport athlete has led his team all season. Monday Ray tallied 19 points and 7 rebounds against Forestview, an impressive shooting display. Very efficient play scoring 18+ in six games this season. Excited to see if he may be able to lead South Point to an upset victory or two in the playoffs. A good ball distributor, leading the team with three assists a game as well.
AJ Adams Crest High 2024
The dual-sport athlete has impressed constantly this season for the Chargers. A solid three-point shooter, with a quick trigger. Adams has learned how to use his size to his advantage, deceitfully being able to get behind opposing players and collect steals in the passing lanes, averaging two on the season. He surprisingly snags four rebounds a game, he is not afraid to go within the trees and get him a rebound as well. Adams will be a very important bench component for the Chargers to make a state title run this season.
Dayton Anderson St. Stephens High 2023
Anderson is a sniper, he has one of the smoothest strokes in the state of North Carolina. A high arching three-point shooter that will be an intricate piece to the success that Stephens will have in the playoffs. The Indians are led by a senior duo that can score, but Anderson’s timely shootings propelled them past a few opponents this season. Averaging 11 points on the season, the junior will be given the keys next season. With more looks, he will fill up the box score. He is a sneaky above-average defender, he has a few games with multiple blocks. He also averages one steal, at 6’3″ he has some good length and can affect a lot of opposing defenders with his hands.