Prep Hoops Live: Max’s Guard Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seven of the guard prospects who stood out in Chicago at Prep Hoops Live!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2493645"],"_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-682c6d091f08d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harold was one of the quickest players I saw all weekend. Running with [program_tooltip program_id='2075258' first='ABC' last='Young Lions'], Frye was coming up with plays on both ends of the floor. He was applying constant ball pressure, and wasn't afraid to pick up opposing point guards full-court on an island. Picked his man's pocket on a couple occasions leading to easy points in transition. Offensively he was able to get into the lane off the dribble where he could either finish with his left hand or kick it out to his shooters. So much of [program_tooltip program_id='2075258' first='ABC' last='Young Lions']' points were being produced by Harold.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2838844"],"_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-682c6d091f134"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jack is a true floor general for 937 Hoop Dreams. The 6' guard is efficient, plays at his own pace, and does a great job of getting the ball to his bigs in positions to score. Can penetrate off the dribble and dump it off, provides accurate post-entry passes, and can push the tempo for easy buckets in transition. His change of pace catches defenders off guard as he'll lull them to sleep before quickly crossing over and attacking the basket. Averaged 17 points and 4.5 assists per game over the weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2508477"],"_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-682c95611909c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Graeson had one of the more eye-catching performances of the weekend. Against a North Dakota Phenom team filled with size and talented prospects, Graeson was the best player on the floor. He took over in the second half, showing the speed to get to the rim consistently off the dribble, and the body control to convert from various angles. Had some tough finishes through contact where he just kept his chin at the rim and somehow found an angle to score. One moment that really stood out was when Graeson missed a lay-up, and rather than just jogging back, he sprinted back and was able to poke the ball away from behind for a steal. Combination of long frame, speed on the ball, and feel for the game make him a prospect to watch moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2382199"],"_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-682c956119103"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jake was all over the place coming up with plays defensively for [program_tooltip program_id='2075674' first='Minnesota' last='Heat']. Just a high energy guy on that end of the floor who isn't afraid to pick up and defend opposing guards the length of the floor. Has the speed to recover back if he gets beat, fights to get over screens in the half-court, and has quick hands to poke the ball free at the right moments. The type of guard who can go in and impact a game without needing a bunch of touches offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2575642"],"_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-682c956119166"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I've seen Kobbe at three different events this spring, and he's been producing at a consistent level every time. He's the type of shooter who has the green light every time he catches in space, and his high release point allows him to get shots off over long wings. Excels at running off screens and quickly getting his hands and feet set to catch and shoot. In the two games I watched he used his 6'4 frame to block/alter a few shots at the rim, and finished off some looks in transition. Threw down a one handed dunk late in their win over Play Hard Hoops.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2364732"],"_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-682c9561191be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Quincy brings a mix of skill and strength to the floor for [program_tooltip program_id='2506415' first='Elite' last='Legacy']. He's not afraid to take opposing guards into the paint where he can bully them leading to good looks at the rim. He has the handle to break down guys off the dribble, but when needed he's not afraid to just bulldoze his way to the basket to either finish or force a foul call. Hit a tough post fadeaway jumper in the game I watched against [program_tooltip program_id='2075260' first='ABP' last='Athletics']. A consistently productive player every time I see him play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2404032"],"_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-682c95611922a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2404032' first='Jack' last='Clark'] is another prospect who makes this list due to his effort and scrappiness on the defensive end of the floor. He's typically one of the smaller players on the floor, but makes up for it with his high ball pressure and willingness to fight over screens. Was able to disrupt the opposing team's offense by making their point guard uncomfortable on the ball. Showed he's going to be the first player on the floor if there's a loose ball in his area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->