2027 Guards: Lights Out Shooters This AAU Season

These guards are doing something special on the hardwood this AAU season. Whether it's breaking ankles with filthy crossovers, pulling up from deep with confidence, or slicing through defenses with surgical precision, these backcourt playmakers have been nothing short of electric.    Johnson has been on an absolute tear lately, shining in every tournament he's played. The most impressive aspect of his game has been his three point shooting. His range is deep, and he's a threat to score from anywhere along the perimeter. What sets him apart is not just his accuracy, but how he creates his opportunities. He works relentlessly off the ball, coming off screens with purpose and using his body well to create space. His footwork and timing allow him to get his shot off cleanly, with minimal interference from defenders     Schlatter has been steadily building his reputation with relentless drives and standout ball-handling. His handles are elite, consistently breaks down defenders with quick crossovers and shifty footwork. Once he gets that first step, he attacks the rim with purpose, accelerating downhill with intensity. At the basket, Schlatter finishes with creativity and flair, using acrobatic moves that leave defenders helpless and consistently result in points     Davis is a true floor general who plays with complete control every time he touches the ball. His elite crossover sets the tone, allowing him to dictate the pace, whether he's attacking downhill or dishing it off to an open shooter. His footwork is exceptional, consistently creating the space he needs to get his shot off cleanly. Davis is a three-level scorer: he can knock down the three, float it in from midrange, or take it all the way to the rim. Still, his greatest strength lies in his aggressive drives, where he finishes through contact with confidence and consistency     Smith is quickly emerging as a standout, with his confidence and skill set growing with each tournament. A natural point guard, he plays with his head up, always scanning the floor and ready to exploit defensive gaps. He's a dual threat as well capable of driving the lane and kicking it out to an open shooter, or finishing at the rim himself with ease. Smith has evolved into a true scoring machine, consistently getting to the basket and converting. Add in his improved and reliable jumper, including range beyond the arc, and he's become a nightmare matchup for defenders     Shepherd is that player you simply can't take your eyes off. His performance this summer has been nothing short of electric. Whenever the ball is in his hands, something special is bound to happen and ending in points for his squad. His three point shot is elite, featuring a quick release and perfect arc makes him nearly unguardable on the perimeter. While his shooting range draws attention, Shepherd has truly made his mark in the paint. He finds pockets of space with ease and finishes efficiently, whether it's with smooth mid range jumpers or crafty layups. What's setting him apart from others is his transition game. He sprints the floor with purpose, consistently finding lanes to the hoop where teammates hit him in stride for easy buckets     Kemp brings relentless tempo and intensity every time he steps on the court. He's a high-motor player who makes an impact on both ends, setting the tone for his team with his energy and effort. When Kemp is in rhythm, the entire team feeds off his momentum. Offensively his confidence shines, he has deep range and doesn't hesitate to pull the trigger when given space. Beyond his shooting, Kemp adds tremendous value on the glass, consistently crashing the boards and creating second chance opportunities. When he grabs an offensive rebound, he goes back up with authority, often finishing strong through contact

These guards are doing something special on the hardwood this AAU season. Whether it's breaking ankles with filthy crossovers, pulling up from deep with confidence, or slicing through defenses with surgical precision, these backcourt playmakers have been nothing short of electric.