Under the Radar Guards Who Could Have Big Weekends
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Memorial Day Weekend is coming up and teams are looking to make deep runs this weekend. Guards are key to winning basketball games and they should make an impact this weekend. Here are the under the radar guards who could…
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Continue ReadingMemorial Day Weekend is coming up and teams are looking to make deep runs this weekend. Guards are key to winning basketball games and they should make an impact this weekend. Here are the under the radar guards who could have big weekends.
Matt Schwartz Matt Schwartz 6'4" | SG Hunterdon Central | 2024 State NJ , 6’3 SG Hunterdon Central 2024
Schwartz has the potential to make a big impact this coming weekend with his ability to make plays on the perimeter. The 6’3 guard has a smooth shooting stroke and can knock down jumpers in bunches from behind the arc. Schwartz is more than just a shooter as he can also put the ball on the floor and finish around the basket. He is a solid rebounder and is an underrated defender. Schwartz’s ability to knock down triples from distance is something that will help his stock in a big way.
Evan Colao Evan Colao 5'10" | PG Madison | 2025 State NJ , 5’10 PG Madison 2025
Colao is ready to make some noise this weekend with his ability to run the offense. The 5’10 guard has a good handle, which he uses to beat his defender off the bounce and finish around the rim. Colao sets his feet before he shoots and can also score in the mid-range. He gets his teammates involved in the halfcourt and moves his feet on the defensive end. Colao is a tough guard prospect who does whatever it takes to win games.
Justin Bethea Justin Bethea 5'11" | CG Paterson Eastside | 2026 State NJ , 5’11 CG Paterson Eastside 2026
Bethea is a guard prospect to track this summer with his ability to play on or off the ball. The 5’11 guard has a good release on his jumper and rarely forces jumpers in the half court. Bethea moves well without the ball in his hands, setting himself up for easy layups and jumpers. He has an underrated handle and can get deflections on the defensive end. Bethea is a two-way guard prospect who should make plays over the next couple of months.
Jianni Moran Jianni Moran 5'10" | PG Fair Lawn | 2024 State NJ , 5’9 PG Fair Lawn 2024
Moran is an interesting guard prospect as he affects the offense in multiple ways. The 5’9 guard attacks the basket with a purpose as he is a strong finisher around the rim and is unafraid of drawing contact. Moran is a solid passer and shoots the ball with confidence from distance. He pushes the tempo well in transition and is an underrated defender. Moran is a scoring lead guard prospect who should put up big number this weekend.
Brian Tassey Brian Tassey 6'4" | SG Freehold Boro | 2025 State NJ , 6’4 SG Freehold Boro 2025
Tassey is an intriguing guard prospect in the 2025 class as he can do a number of different things on the floor. The 6’4 guard knows how to finish around the basket and moves well without the ball in his hands. Tassey gets to his spot on the floor and rises up nicely on this jumper. He has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor and is a strong rebounder. Tassey’s versatility is something that will help his game in a big way this summer.
Other Prospects to Watch:
Tyler Hammond Tyler Hammond 6'0" | CG Trenton Catholic Academy | 2026 State NJ , 5’8 CG Trenton Catholic 2026
Jeremiah Williams Jeremiah Williams 6'2" | PG Bound Brook | 2024 State NJ , 6’2 PG Bound Brook 2024
Shakur Anderson Shakur Anderson 6'3" | SG Westampton Tech | 2025 State NJ , 6’3 SG Burlington City 2025
Tyler Cameron Tyler Cameron 6'0" | CG St. Rose | 2026 State NJ , 6’0 CG St. Rose 2026
Johnny Magner Johnny Magner 6'4" | SG Bridgewater-Raritan | 2024 State NJ , 6’4 SG Bridgewater-Raritan 2024