2026 Rankings: Stock Rising Guards Pt. 2

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>More talented guards that have moved up in the rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1768793"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d1e1faeb9ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous rank #21</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1768793' first='Bryce' last='Stephens'] is now ranked 15th. He is a very skilled ball-handler, and can slip out of situations where he is being pressured. His play against Democracy Prep in the state semifinal was impressive, and I liked how often he got to the line. Stephens can play some solid defense as well, as he's quick laterally and stays active with his hands. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024-2025 Season Stats - 15.7 PPG, 5 RPG, 3.5 APG, 1.3 SPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2356155"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d1e1faebabc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Previous rank #80</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The crafty Fernley guard moves up 62 spots in the rankings. Jacobson can fill it up on offense by either hitting shots from the outside, or he can shake his man and get to the cup. He can do more than score though. As he will go hard for rebounds and is unselfish with the rock. His 6'2 frame also helps when he needs to get up, and he averages just under a block a game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2024-2025 Season Stats - 16.8 PPG, 6 RPG, 3.8 APG, 2.9 SPG, .8 BPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2461162"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d1e1faebb98"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous rank #126</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2461162' first='Alaijah' last='Young'] has the burst needed to burn his guy on offense. Once he gets by his guy, he's able to make some very difficult finishes around the rim. He seems to be able to keep his eyes on the basket as he weaves through traffic, and he also has the ability to coordinate his shot as he's in the air or falling. I'm also a fan of the way he competes and doesn't take possessions off. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024-2025 Season Stats - 15.2 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 1.6 APG, 1 SPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2303381"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d1e1faebc1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous rank #72</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Price's play in the post season was something to watch. He has more than a few moves that he can utilize to lose his defender. After creating separation Price can hit mid-range jumpers or take it all the way to the hoop. Although his season stats aren't incredibly gaudy, I believe it's just a matter of time before his production skyrockets. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024-2025 Season Stats - 8.7 PPG, 2.3 APG, 2.1 RPG, 1.4 SPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1765906"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d1e1faebc9b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Previous rank #53</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1765906' first='Hunter' last='Iverson'] turned things up a notch this season and made 39 3-pointers for the Las Vegas Wildcats. He knows how to move off ball, and sets himself up for good open looks. In addition to his sharp shooting, Iverson can also make some noise on defense. He comes up with both blocks and steals. If he can keep improving as a defender, I could see him moving up the ranks again soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024-2025 Season Stats - 8.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 1.2 APG, .9 SPG, .8 BPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->