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<p>Putting a spotlight on the expected best in Class 6A and 5A. 12 players per team, Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores only. </p>
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<p><strong>1st Team</strong></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1579597' first='Clyde' last='Davis'], 6'1 Senior Guard, Deer Creek - Quick, up tempo and aggressive lead guard, Davis has been at the heart of back to back Class 6A State Tournament teams for the Antlers.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1796291' first='Tavaris' last='Deans'], 6'3 Senior Guard, Lawton - Even though Deans is a guard, he's arguably the best rebounder in the State. Nearly averaged 20 and 10 last year in Class 6A, now will be the workhorse for a Wolverine squad with State Championship dreams in 5A. </p>
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<p>Deshawn Denson II, 6'3 Guard, Midwest City - A sniper from deep, Denson was crucial in helping the prestigious Bomber program capture their first State Title last year in nearly 20 years. Now he'll be the primary scoring option as they aim to defend their crown. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1364821' first='Triston' last='Driver'], 6'1 Senior Guard, Union - Driver is one of the top scorers in the state, with DEEP range from three, off the ball movement and giant killer shots at the rim.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2223689' first='Jayden' last='Hopkins'], 6'1 Junior Guard, Choctaw - One of the most electric players in the state, the lightning quick Hopkins moves up to Class 6A with Choctaw. The junior makes highlight reel plays on both ends of the court. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1685526' first='BJ' last='Harris'], 6'1 Senior Guard, Booker T Washington - Picking one Hornet from the 5A contenders is tough, as their entire starting 5 profiles as All State quality talents. Harris has been the beating heart for the Hornets for a few years now, dating back to clutch free throws as a sophomore that helped them pull up an upset and reach the Class 6A State Tournament.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1391436' first='David' last='Howell'], 6'4 Senior Guard, Broken Arrow - One of the most athletically gifted players in Oklahoma, Howell is a two-way threat as a true big guard who change games on both ends. Has started and played a vital role in Class 6A runner up and semifinalist squads for the Tigers.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1579598' first='Jax' last='Kerr'], 6'11 Senior Forward, Owasso - Kerr was one of the most improved players in the state last year, his first in Class 6A. The big man played to size down the stretch and helped Owasso claim the Class 6A crown </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1391441' first='Roman' last='Miller'], 6'4 Senior Guard, Moore - Miller's evolution into one of the state's elite scorer has been aided by improved athleticism to go along with his deep bag of scoring moves. Now at Moore with Hankins, they're one of the toughest to cover duos in the state. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1552319' first='Jalen' last='Montonati'], 6'7 Junior Wing, Owasso - Montonati won the Class 6A State Title and Gatorade Player of the Year, putting an even bigger target on his back. An aspect that the elite shooter and all around scoring threat will thrive under. Expected the big scoring nights to continue for the national recruit. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1391434' first='Carter' last='Roman Nose'], 6'3 Senior Guard, El Reno - Do it all guard, who now will be a 4 year starter for the Indians. Unreal defensive instincts, quality shooting and sneaky bounce will allow Roman Nose to fill up the stat sheet this season.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1552378' first='Phoenix' last='Woodson'], 6'8 Junior Forward, Deer Creek - Making the jump to Class 6A with 5A and 4A quarterfinal appearances on his resume, Woodson is a force around the rim with a skilled all around game. </p>
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<p><strong>2nd Team</strong></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1552322' first='Beau' last='Billingsley'], 6'1 Junior Guard, Norman - Went from a 6th man role as a freshman, to key starter as a sophomore to now the ringleader for a Tiger squad that is looking for their third straight Class 6A State Tournament appearance. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1552339' first='Kolton' last='Brammer'], 6'0 Junior Guard, Southmoore - Few players can match Brammer's elite scoring abilities, makes threes look like layups and keeps defenders guessing with his off the dribble moves. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1475985' first='Khai' last='Brown'], 6'3 Senior Guard, Putnam City North - Elite two way guard, who has athletic gifts that are rare. A big summer should set the stage for Brown and the Panthers to be real factors in Class 6A.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1391437' first='Tre' last='Davis'], 6'7 Senior Forward, El Reno - Back where he started his career as a freshman, Davis will be one of the top athletes in Class 5A and a walking double-double.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1444135' first='Korbin' last='Gunn'], 5'11 Senior Guard, Union - One of the best traditional point guards in the state, few set the table as well as Gunn does for his post players. Or push the tempo as well as him. Has steadily improved as a shooter as well.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2286954' first='Isaiah' last='Garrett'], 6'5 Junior Wing, Tulsa Memorial - Elite talent was evident during an up and down sophomore season, now will have the reigns as an unique big guard for a Charger squad that is back in the mix for 5A.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2223695' first='Hudson' last='Franz'], 6'0 Junior Guard, Edmond Memorial - A steady lead guard who played with poise beyond his years as a sophomore for the disciplined Memorial program. Rarely botheted by pressure or makes a mistake with the ball, is a sneaky threat as a shooter. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1391442' first='Tristan' last='Hankins'], 6'2 Senior Guard, Moore - An elite shooter, Hankins has been impacting wins for Moore since his freshman season when they were runner ups in Class 6A. Now with an expanded game, is part of one of the best one-two punches in the state for the Class 6A contenders, Lions. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1536285' first='Garrett' last='Loper'], 6'2 Senior Guard, Westmoore - Big time shooter, who was critical in Westmoore's run to the Class 6A State Tournament. Has sneaky athleticism as well.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2140800' first='Tyson' last='Pogi'], 5'11 Sophomore Guard, Southmoore - Elite shooter, great handles and vision, Pogi is looking to build off a strong freshman campaign by helping his new program join the conversation as one of 6A's best.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1475991' first='Jamarri' last='Simpson'], 6'3 Senior Guard, Booker T Washington - Another three year starter for the Hornets, Simpson is a gifted athlete who is one of the best two-way guards in Oklahoma.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='1756347' first='Deke' last='Thompson'], 6'3 Senior Guard, Sand Springs - A quality shooter and hard nosed defender, Thompson's improved athleticism has turned him into a complete offensive threat.</p>
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Putting a spotlight on the expected best in Class 6A and 5A. 12 players per team, Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores only.
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