2027 Rankings Update: The Shooting Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Early on these are the premier two-guards in the class, finding ways to carve out their niche throughout their initial high school season. These are score first guys who have brought a combination of scoring chops and physicality for this position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2048135"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"9.5 PPGrnrn4.6 RPGrnrnA notably efficient shotmaker throughout the season, Dotson brings composed shotmaking off the dribble or catch. Bringing in a strong frame, the guard is capable of bullying opponents on drives. Along with the strength, the guard's shotmaking prowess through contests is intriguing, providing George Washington with a very dependable underclassmen group coming up. Defensively, he does well holding his own versus twos and threes, maintaining strength  up against bigger opponents.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662acc5fa262b"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2138429"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"5.3 PPGrnrn2 RPGrnrn56% 2Prnrn33% 3PrnrnColeman's immediate strength advantage and lateral mobility allowed the guard to maintain a steady impact through Eaglecrest's regular season and eventual Final Four run. Capable of knocking down the open three, even in big moments, Coleman proved to be dependable down the stretch. Effective defending both backcourt positions, he will be an intriguing complementary guard for this group.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662acc5fa2695"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2260938"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"7.2 PPGrnrn3.5 RPGrnrn1.8 APGrnrnOne of the more athletic names in this class, [player_tooltip player_id='2350107' first='Mitchell' last=''] is a skilled finisher around the rim who duals as a versatile perimeter defender. Effective throwing down putback dunks, the guard has about as much vertical pop as anyone in the class.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662acc5fa26e3"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2057083"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Jegede brings a high motor on the glass and defensive end, willing to put his body on the line for hustle plays. As well, the guard remains a capable shooter when provided space, most dependable off the catch.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662acc5fa272c"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2287824"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"8 PPGrnrn34% 3PrnrnTrinidad proved to be a capable perimeter shooter off the catch, alongside a wiry strong frame to defend multiple positions. 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He can put the ball on the floor when necessary, primarily for straight line drives following the closeout. Rarely sped, the guard does well to survey the floor before making a hard drive.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662acc5fa27be"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2138433"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"A proactive downhill scorer with defensive upside, Austin has shown value on the margins. Effective hustling for rebounds and maintaining position on the glass, they work hard on those opportunities. Willing to draw contact at the basket, Austin looks to make an impact next season for one of the state's top 5A programs.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662acc5fa2807"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2287825"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"5.6 PPGrnrn2.1 RPGrnrn32% 3PrnrnServing as sixth man for Liberty, the strong guard brings in plenty of grit alongside some shooting chops. Showing the ability to do the dirty work on hustle plays, his continued improvements in strength will only aid him more over the years. Already a capable shotmaker off the catch, this Liberty group brings in plenty of upside.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-662acc5fa2856"} /-->