Predictions: Top Defenders 5A
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Some of the players we think will be among the top defenders in 5A. Jordan Barnes UT #11 PG #2 HEIGHT 6'4" POS PG CLASS 2024 View Player Jordan Barnes Instagram State: Utah School: Olympus Club: Utah Prospects Jordan has…
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Jordan has to be one of the craftiest players we have seen in years come through the high school ranks. The kid is a magician out on the defensive side of the ball just like he is on the offensive side of things. He is one of the best defensive reading players in the state as he is usually on top of the leader board in steals. Look for Jordan is one of those players that has the skills and drive to be the best stat stuffer in the state.
Nash was a beast on defense as he is one of the stronger PG’s in the state the way he uses his strength and length forces players into tough situations. He has active hands and he is one of the better on ball defenders as he racks up steals. Look for a lot of the same to happen again this year.
Ace will be among the leaders in steals for sure because the kid gets low and he plays major defense. He is great off the ball rotating and getting steals as he knows how to drop into help. Ace will be a menace all year long.
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This kid is solid! He defends and he is a player that can change the game on the defensive end because he rebounds and he is so active that it helps him get steals. Keep an eye on him defensively because he has the size to lock up those back-court guards. He will be a stock riser soon for sure.
Jaxon will be among the leaders in rebounds, blocks and steals because he is just skilled. He can make a passing lane close quickly with the the wingspan he has. Look for Johnson to be one of those all-around stat stuffers.
Gavin might be one of the peskiest guards with the way he can guard. This kid is fast! Gavin will get steals and will be on the opposing teams best offensive guard.
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Be ready for those chase down blocks and pins. Felesi is next level athletically and with his willingness to play defense he is going to shine. He was good last year and he is much better coming into his sophomore year.