2028 Rankings Update: Talented Around the Rim Playmakers

These guards are at their best while attacking the lane, comfortable making the extra pass or creating a great look for themselves around the rim. Ranging from new varsity rotation presences and junior varsity standouts, these guards will be establishing themselves in a hurry through the coming seasons.    Burns has hit the ground running with Saint Mary's, bringing an aggressive mindset as a downhill scorer and playmaker. Leading that group in assists per game, his quick first step grants him plenty of driving lanes which ultimately draws in opposing defenses. Once help arrives, he has proven himself as a dependable decision maker to make the extra pass to a cutter or perimeter shooter.     Gordon has been one of the more productive small school guards within the 3A level and particularly those within the 2028 class. An assertive downhill scoring guard, Gordon is set to take on the reigns for that Olathe program in the coming seasons.     Washington has shown his upside this past summer and fall, displaying a tight handle and quick instincts reading the floor. Although within a endless depth chart of bakccourt names at Rangeview, he will likely be a name worth following both this upcoming summer and in next season's depth chart within that Rangeview program, who has yet to lose a game this season.     Vandermeer brings a quick processing speed, particularly within the halfcourt, adept at filling open space as a cutter or floor spacer. His proactive off-ball movement makes him especially easy to slot into a variety of lineups, particularly given his consistent value as a spot-up shooter.     Littlejohn has found success as a perimeter shooter and occasional pull-up shooter once the mid-range opens up, comfortably taking advantage of openings in the halfcourt. His upside as a secondary shot maker will be worth following for that program, given the flashes as a pull-up shooter.     Munoz has taken on a massive role for the Pinnacle down in Colorado Springs, contributing to an early 5-2 record at the 4A level. Adept at attacking the lane either off the rip or through ball screens, Munoz's aggression has been critical towards his abilities as a playmaker in these early stages.     Paris continues to provide dependable rim pressure for Regis Groff, complemented by a constant motor to get after the boards on second chance opportunities. Bringing a wiry frame to battle with opponents within that 6A level, his heart and motor make him a must follow from the effort alone.     Proctor has shown flashes as a capable decisionmaker with the ball, getting more comfortable with the varsity pace of play. Especially a threat while attacking opponent closeouts, he is at his best while taking on a rotating defense, comfortable finding the open shooter or cutter.     Tshibanda remains one of the more athletic downhill scorers in this class, bringing a quick first step and the ability to elevate around the rim. Bringing a wide reach to finish past contests, he brings a much more physical frame than most benefit at this stage in their careers.     Valles looks like a consistent name in Longmont's rotation, bringing a tight handle and quick processing speeds as a decisionmaker even while in his initial season within an unforgiving 6A Granite Peaks League. Typically looking to penetrate and create a look for teammates, he is a selfless playmaker who will only get more opportunity in the near future.     Williams is a score-first guard who has shown upside as a three point shooter and shotmaker off the bounce, certainly adding much needed offensive scoring to a new look Pueblo South team. Bringing potential as a three level scorer in the coming seasons, he is certainly a name to follow down in the Southern Front Range.     At his best pressuring the rim, the guard has routinely sought out great looks in the paint. Comfortable getting to high hand finishes over the contest, he brings plenty of finesse around the basket when needed.

These guards are at their best while attacking the lane, comfortable making the extra pass or creating a great look for themselves around the rim. Ranging from new varsity rotation presences and junior varsity standouts, these guards will be establishing themselves in a hurry through the coming seasons.