2024 Top Available Shooting Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The first week of May is half over and the 2024 class got a little bit smaller. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1406993' first='Anthony' last='Akande']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1456834' first='Tre' last='Powell']</strong> both committed to Goldey-Beacom College on Tuesday, but the class still has talent that can make an impact at the next level. Here are the top available 2024 shooting guards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2024585' first='Ethan' last='Maynard'], 6'3 Compass Prep</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maynard is the top available shooting guard in the class and his recruitment will be one to track in May. The 6'3 guard has a smooth release on his jumper and can get hot from distance in a hurry. Maynard is more than just a shooter as he can also get to the rim off the bounce and finish nicely around the basket. He moves well without the ball in his hands and is an underrated passer. Maynard's ability to stretch the floor is something that will help him see the floor early in his collegiate career.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1213571' first='Elijah' last='Butler'], 6'5 Linden</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Butler has the potential to play on the wing, making him an intriguing prospect to watch in the class. The 6'5 lefty attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong around the rim and does not mind contact. Butler uses his size to see over his defender and rises up nicely on his jumper. He is a strong rebounder and has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor. Butler is a lanky guard prospect who knows how to make plays at both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1407193' first='Max' last='Portnoy'], 6'3 Eastern</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Portnoy showed the ability to play on the ball this season, which helped his development in a big way. The 6'3 guard has a quick first step, which he uses to beat his defender off the bounce and finishes well around the rim. Portnoy rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure and finds his open teammates in the halfcourt. He pushes the pace well in transition and plays with good instincts on the defensive end. Portnoy is a versatile guard prospect who can influence the game in a number of ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1407195' first='Zion' last='Harrison'], 6'4 Hillsborough</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harrison is a highlight waiting to happen as he makes plays around the rim. The 6'4 guard leaps off the floor for dunks and is able to finish through contact. Harrison is also able to score in the mid-range and rarely forces shots in the halfcourt. He skies for rebounds on both ends of the floor and has the athleticism to defend multiple positions. Harrison is an explosive guard prospect who has the potential to make an impact at the next level with his ability to finish around the basket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1406996' first='Karson' last='Culuko'], 6'2 Pequannock</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Culuko is the top available shooter in the class as he torched the nets throughout the 2023-24 season. The 6'2 guard has a clean shooting stroke as he wastes little motion and can knock down triples in bunches. Culuko moves well without the ball in his hands, freeing himself for open jumpers and layups in the halfcourt. He works hard on the boards and is able to get deflections on defense. Culuko is a sharpshooting guard prospect who should carry over his shooting into the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Know:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1407071' first='Hass' last='Cannon'], 6'4 Hamilton West</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2347875' first='Malachy' last='Kelly'], 6'2 Hun</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1547466' first='Matt' last='Land'], 6'3 Hun</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2107337' first='Mahdee' last='McNair'], 6'3 Camden Eastside</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1464420' first='Matt' last='Schwartz'], 6'4 Hunterdon Central</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->