New 2026 Rankings Top Point/Combo Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri released its newly updated Class of 2026 rankings. We begin our positional breakdowns with a look at the top point/combo guards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2285869,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7667.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/11/IMG_7667.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2285869" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1790000' first='Ethan' last='Brown'] (Rolla): The 6'5" standout excels at either as a point guard, shooting guard or wing player. Regardless of what you list him as, he is a serious three-level bucket who can also make his teammates better with his passing and playmaking ability. He had one memorable game last season when he went off for 45 points against Springfield Central, who was the third-place team in Class 6. He also had a big summer with the Gateway-Knights in the UA circuit. He has received a number of Division I mid-major offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2374151,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_9136.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_9136.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2374151" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850530' first='Ian' last='Thomas'] (DeSmet): The 6'3 lefty point guard is a physical player with a high basketball IQ. He was the floor leader for the Spartans' Class 5 state championship team. He is at his best when he is slashing to the basket for layups or dropping dimes to open shooters. He averaged 9.1 points, three rebounds and three assists last season. He had a strong summer with Mid Pro (IL) 16Us. He has received a number of Division I offers, including a new one from SIUE this week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2475665,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5140.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5140.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2475665" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1775703' first='Eli' last='Herbert'] (Grain Valley): A 6'3" guard who recently gave a commitment to Liberty after a big summer with the KC Run GMC 16U squad. He is an excellent 3-point shooter who knocked down 69 triples as a sophomore. He can also create his own shot off the dribble and play at his own speed and under control. He finished the year averages of 17 points, 4.8 rebounds and nearly three assists a game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1983971,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/06/Jonny-Jordan.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/06/Jonny-Jordan.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1983971" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1446576' first='Jonny' last='Jordan'] (Chaminade): A 6'2" point guard who is a smooth offensive players with nice handles and an excellent pull up jump shot. After missing his freshman year with an injury, he came back with a strong season in helping the Red Devils to a berth in the Class 6 state championship game. He averaged eight points and three assists a game. He was also a member of the [program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite']'s 16U team that won the Nike EYBL 16U Peach Jam.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2524389,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/IMG_5311.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/08/IMG_5311.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2524389" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1872262' first='Reese' last='Kimrey'] (Kickapoo): A 6'1" point guard who is one of the top young prospects in the SWMO area. He's a smooth lefty with physical strength and the ability to score at all three levels. His pull up game is nice and he really showcased an excellent 3-point stroke during the summer with the [program_tooltip program_id='2075378' first='MPJ' last='Elite'] 16U squad. He averaged 12 points a game as a sophomore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2559261,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/09/IMG_4996.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/09/IMG_4996.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2559261" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2090498' first='Kain' last='McCaskill'] (Vashon): A 6'2" guard who has excellent athleticism and quickness and a nice offensive bag to go along with it. He penetrates well on the drive and has shooting range from 3-point distance. He figures to play a bigger role for the Wolverines this season as they seek another Class 4 state championship. He already holds a Division I offer from Lindenwood University.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2469202,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5235.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_5235.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2469202" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2090487' first='Cohen' last='Robinson'] (Rockhurst): A 6'4" southpaw point guard who has smooth handles and is very shifty with the ball in his hands. He changes speeds well to keep defenders off balance or he can go on the straight line drive, where he can attack and score with either hand. He is also a capable 3-point shooter off the catch. He had a strong summer with the VWBA 16U squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2472895,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_0949.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_0949.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2472895" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850445' first='Adam' last='Tanner'] (Oak Park): A 5'10" point guard who has been starting since his freshman year for the Northmen, who are among the top teams in the state. He's an excellent floor leader who shoot the ball and distribute very well. He averaged eight points, two assists and two steals. He had a strong summer with the VWBA 16U squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2457365,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_3173.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_3173.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2457365" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1858684' first='Rowen' last='Buffington'] (Helias): A 6'3" guard who transfers to Helias from crosstown rival Jefferson City, where he helped the Jays to a runner-up finish in the Class 5 state tournament. He has good size for the position along with good handles and the ability to score from all three levels. As a sophomore, he averaged xx</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2439224,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Abraham-Nayou.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Abraham-Nayou.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2439224" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1598820' first='Abraham' last='Nayou'] (Maplewood): A 6'1" combo guard who is a strong southpaw who has been a standout performer for two seasons. He is a tough cover because he can use his physical strength to score inside and he compliments it with his 3-point shooting. As a sophomore, he averaged 18.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, four assists and three steals while shooting 39 percent from 3-point range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->