Uprise Elite 100: Two-Way Guards

These guards looked to score, in turn creating advantages for teammates thanks to their gravity with the ball. This grouping of combo guards affect the game in so many areas without the ball, setting them apart in turn.    Smiley is among the best downhill scorers in the state, given his dependable handle through traffic and the size necessary to draw contact. A comfortable finisher versus bumps or contests, he is not fazed by bigger defenders. What has made improvements throughout the summer is his three point shooting abilities, getting increasingly comfortable creating space off the bounce.      Campbell was among a handful of out of state prospects in attendance, bringing outstanding perimeter defense for his team once five on five began. Picking up opponents at halfcourt, the guard contained plenty of matchups one on one.     A jack of all trades who impacts the game on both ends, Basquez is a lanky guard found ways to impact the game at all times. Comfortable facilitating out of ball screens, he found multiple rollers deep in the paint through timely passes. The handle at 6'6 makes him such a unique playmaker, especially at this event where he saw above most defenders. Defensively, his wide reach allows him to contest shots or deflect passes at a high volume, certainly a two-way name worth following.      Balistreri does so many little things to impact the game, starting with excellent point of attack defense. Bringing a wide reach and the lateral quickness to contain both 1s and 2s, he stood out on both ends through the afternoon. Along the perimeter, the guard shot it well off the catch, contributing a few threes along the break.      Psaute never fails to provide energy, always in play for rebounds and loose balls. His activity created numerous second chance opportunities, oftentimes provided by timely kickouts. Psaute provided plenty of value at the point of attack, with quick hands to deflect immediate passes. Alternatively, his three point shot was a constant, a dependable floor spacer without needing much space at all.      Weatherspoon worked to facilitate for teammates, getting out on the break early to propel easy looks in transition. Bringing notable production from distance, he keeps opposing defenses guessing at all times. Rangeview is set up to be one of the premier teams in the state, Weatherspoon will be vital towards their immediate success.     Covington shot the ball well off the dribble or from a standstill, all while bringing great size in the backcourt. Paired with the fluid handle, the guard created numerous scoring looks one on one. Holding his own on the defensive side, the guard swatted away numerous shot attempts, a testament to his quick instincts at 6'3.     Burns will be a name to follow through the coming seasons, bringing confidence out behind the arc. A smooth shotmaker off the bounce, he provided value out of ball screens, capable of reading the floor for his next move. While only a 2028, he was a pleasant surprise competing against older matchups.     Howery brings a high motor alongside supreme court awareness at an above average height in the backcourt. Especially potent from distance, his scoring ability has become a bit more consistent from distance.      Williams will be a thorn in the side of many opposing programs, adept at creating space form all three levels. Adept changing speeds with the ball, he found success one on one about as much out of ball screens. His scoring abilities should open up the floor for his teammates at Chaparral, set to orchestrate a winning program.

These guards looked to score, in turn creating advantages for teammates thanks to their gravity with the ball. This grouping of combo guards affect the game in so many areas without the ball, setting them apart in turn.