2027 Rankings Update: Top Combo Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The first 2027 rankings are here with 62 players taking part of it. The guard class is filled with talent and should put its talent on display throughout the AAU season. Here are the top combo guards in the 2027 rankings update.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1962882' first='Mekhi' last='Robertson'], 6'3 Life Center</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Robertson made plays throughout the season for the Warriors as he showed his ability to impact the game at both ends. The 6'3 guard has a tight handle, which he uses to blow by his defender off the bounce and can finish in a number of ways around the basket. Robertson uses his size to see over his defender and has a good release on his jumper. He is a strong rebounder and uses his length to make plays on the defensive end. Robertson put up a quadruple-double in his debut varsity season and should continue his strong play over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2348975' first='Elijah' last='Guer'], 6'2 Patrick School</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Guer has the potential to make noise this AAU season with his ability to make plays with the ball in his hands. The 6'2 guard is electric in the open floor as he uses his combination of speed and handle to get by his defender. Guer finishes in a number of ways around the basket and does not mind drawing contact. He is an underrated passer and has the potential to defend both backcourt spots. Guer is a talented guard prospect who should make plays throughout the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2201961' first='Vasuan' last='Harper'], 6'1 Immaculate Conception</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harper made plays for the Lions down the stretch of the season as helped them take home the Non-Public B North title. The 6'1 guard has a quick first step, which he uses to get into the paint and finish at the rim. Harper can also score in the mid-range and rises up with confidence in his jumper. He moves well without the ball in his hands and is an underrated defender. Harper had 10 double-digit scoring games in 2023-24 and will look to eclipse that mark in 2024-25.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2201953' first='Jayden' last='Johnson'], 5'10 Elizabeth</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson had big moments for the Minutemen this season as he helped them win the Group 4 title. The 5'10 guard has a smooth release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Johnson is more than just a shooter as he can also put the ball on the floor and finish around the basket. He slides his feet on the defensive end and is an underrated passer. Johnson's ability to play on and off the ball is something that will help his development in a big way over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2347281' first='Nairi' last='Latham'], 6'1 Marion P. Thomas Charter</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Latham put up monster numbers this season as he eclipsed 500 points in his debut season. The 6'1 lefty has a clean shooting stroke and can knock down triples in bunches. Latham moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open jumpers and layups in the halfcourt. He can also run the offense at times and slides his feet on defense. Latham is a sharpshooting guard prospect who is looking to carry over his shooting into the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2206834' first='Caleb' last='Lundy'], 6'0 Lenape</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2201960' first='Rashad' last='Robinson'], 5'11 Hudson Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2201950' first='Elijah' last='Colon'], 6'1 St. Peter's Prep</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2347952' first='Jahlil' last='Owusu'], 6'2 Bergen Catholic</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2344526' first='MJ' last='Jarrell'], Morristown-Beard</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->