5A Rising Stock: Combo Guards that stood out in the Final 4

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Combo guards are that rare breed who posses the skill-set to play both point and shooting guard. After watching these players in action, it's clear why their teams made it to the state championship semifinals. These stars were consistently making big plays, and for some, they were the main reason their teams were crowned champions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2175397"],"_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-67d74758cb9a6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tre is definitely a player you don't want to miss when he's got the ball. Great at creating space around, which opens up all sorts of possibilities. Tre combines a super quick release and high-percentage shots, making him efficient on the court. In the semis he dropped 24 points, shooting 7 of 9 from the field. Excellent mid-range jumper, can hit the three, and his speed and ball handling make it look effortless for him to drive to the rim. What really stands out is how he always seems to put himself in the perfect position around the basket, grabbing boards and pushing the ball up the floor in transition</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2530506"],"_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-67d74758cba04"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lane's effort on the court is undeniable. On defense - he plays big, takes up space, and makes it tough for opponents to get the shot they want. His positioning and footwork are solid, allowing him to stay in front of the ball handler and prevent easy drives to the rim. On offense - great shot selection and an impressive vision for finding open teammates. Lane's skill set allows for him to make the right pass, attack the basket, or pull up for the jumper when the moment calls for it</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2546910"],"_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-67d74758cba91"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keyworth stands out because of his combination of vision and speed. With the ball in his hands leading the point, he's great at coming off screens and making the right pass, whether it's to the corner or down low. When the lane opens up, his quickness allows for him to cut and shake off defenders where he finishes strong at the rim. But where he really shines is on defense. Quick hands lead to deflections and steals, setting his team up for fast breaks and quick transitions</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1871245"],"_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-67d74758cbad4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kingsley is a pure joy to watch — his athleticism and energy are contagious, which has such an influence on his team. On offense - he's got great vision, always finding open teammates, and he makes quick cuts to the lane. When he gets a shot, the range is there and he's not afraid of taking it and knocking it down. But where Kingsley really stands out is on defense. The phrase playing bigger than his size describes him perfectly. The quickness and hustle allows for fast closeouts, making it tough for defenders to get past him. Off the ball, he's smart, positioning himself to take charges on driving opponents, showing he's always thinking ahead</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Aiden Wood","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Falcon (CO)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67d74758cbb6f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aiden is definitely a fun player to watch. His size makes him tough to guard when he's handling the ball. He can quickly get his shot off over almost any defender, but he's also got the vision to dish it out to the corner for an open shooter. On offense - his ball skills help him fight through traffic and get to the hoop. On defense - his big frame lets him disrupt passing lanes and make it hard for opponents to get a clean shot off over him</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1509232"],"_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-67d833083534b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smiley is definitely a standout player to watch, and he's got it all – with or without the ball. In the semifinals and finals, he dropped 42 points to help his team claim the championship. On offense - his ball control is top notch, and he moves effortlessly to get open. His size lets him mix it up inside, but he's also got a killer shot from deep, one of the prettiest 3-pointers you'll see. Where he really stands out is on defense. He's got quick hands that lead to steals, and he's always in the right spot to grab rebounds. Scoring is where he shines, but it's his defense that really makes him special. His footwork is next level, making life tough for anyone trying to get a clean shot off against him. Watching him lock down opponents is a thing of beauty</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->