Oklahoma State Tournament: Saturday's Top 2029 Guards

The future of basketball was on full display at the Prep Hoops Oklahoma State Tournament, as the 13U, 14U, and 15U divisions delivered a weekend filled with high-level talent, energy, and breakout performances. From emerging floor generals and shot-making wings to high-motor bigs anchoring the paint, the young prospects in the 2028–2030 classes showed flashes of brilliance well beyond their years.    [player_tooltip player_id='2834176' first='Tyse' last='Williams'] is a a pure hooper who dropped 26 points in outstanding fashion. An elite three-level scorer and playmaker with an advanced feel for the game and patience, Williams elevated everyone around him by drawing attention and consistently making the right play. Williams didn't waste dribbles, he broke defenders down with purpose, quickly getting to his attack point, before getting downhill with poise. Once Williams got a defender on his hip, he shifted into surgical mode, maneuvering into his spots with exceptional pace and control. Rather than relying on straight-line drives, he instinctively sliced through defenders using change of direction and crafty footwork to manipulate angles. His hesitation into a lightning-quick first step was deadly, often resulting in straight drives or forcing defenders into tough fouling situations. A true master at drawing contact, Tyse constantly lived at the line when the lane wasn't fully open. Williams was also a knockdown threat in catch-and-shoot scenarios, but even more lethal off the bounce. Whether it was a one-dribble pull-up, two-dribble rhythm jumper, or a multi-move isolation sequence, his mid-range and perimeter game were next-level. High IQ player, Tyse's reads were sharp, displaying elite court awareness and vision. He watched over and through the defense, manipulating help defenders to create penetration lanes and precise entry passes.     Tough, gritty, and composed, Brycen Houle was the heartbeat of his team as a floor general who carried the offensive load through both scoring and playmaking. He had a commanding presence on the floor, controlling tempo and dictating pace with maturity beyond his years. His decision-making was elite, knowing exactly when to probe, pass, or pull up, and rarely turning the ball over. He consistently exploited weaknesses in the defense, using his eyes and ball fakes to shift defenders and create openings. Whether it was a skip to the corner, a pocket pass to the roller, or a high-low feed, Houle delivered the ball on time and on target, putting teammates in perfect position to score. Brycen displayed an advanced understanding of spacing and timing, manipulating coverages and helping create high-percentage looks. When defenders collapsed, he responded with a soft-touch floater that became his go-to weapon in the paint. Houle played with an edge while always remaining calm under pressure but aggressive in seizing scoring opportunities. A true tone-setter and floor manager who makes everyone around him better.     Eli Morgeon is on his way to being one of the top prospects Oklahoma has to offers regardless of class. Morgeson proved to be an absolute sniper from beyond the arc and the best three-point shooter in the gym, Morgeson turned every corner of the perimeter into a personal hotspot. Whether spotting up or relocating, his jumper was pure, quick, and consistent. In transition, Eli excelled, pushing the pace off the bounce or sprinting into open space on the wing for catch-and-shoot opportunities or hard blow-bys against late closeouts. His off-ball movement was also elite, using quick cuts and changes of pace to create separation. Off the dribble, Morgeson was fluid and creative, using deceptive footwork and hip mobility to snake through traffic. His handle was low, shifty, and unpredictable, making him a multidimensional scoring threat who could beat defenders from deep or on the attack.     Norton was the engine that made everything go. The team fed off his energy, tempo, and decision-making, he was the floor general and emotional leader. Everything ran through him, and he played with poise, chemistry, and unselfishness, consistently creating for others while reading the flow of the game. Slipping and sliding past defenders with ease, he had a crafty way of navigating tight spaces and used his body control midair to convert tough layups in traffic. What separated him was his ability to hang and adjust, changing angles, hands, or speed to avoid contests and finish through or around length. Norton's feel and finesse at the rim gave him a unique ability to manipulate defenses and keep possessions alive.     Young was a shot creator in any setting, showcasing a shifty pace and elite timing to carve out separation for his jumper. Whether off the bounce or in isolation, he generated space with poise, keeping defenders off balance as he rose into confident pull-ups. His ability to produce clean looks on demand made him a constant scoring threat. As a facilitator, Young flashed high-level passing vision, threading dimes through tight windows and delivering accurate no-look assists with touch and precision. His feel for when and where to distribute was a testament to his advanced offensive instincts. Defensively, his reactively quick hands might've been his most dangerous weapon. He consistently disrupted opponents' rhythm without fouling, picking pockets clean and stripping ball-handlers in space. His full-court pressure was suffocating, he didn't just defend the ball, he denied advancement altogether. Across multiple games, he stopped players from even crossing halfcourt and flat-out stifled perimeter initiation, applying relentless heat that forced turnovers and completely dismantled possessions before they ever got organized.

The future of basketball was on full display at the Prep Hoops Oklahoma State Tournament, as the 13U, 14U, and 15U divisions delivered a weekend filled with high-level talent, energy, and breakout performances. From emerging floor generals and shot-making wings to high-motor bigs anchoring the paint, the young prospects in the 2028–2030 classes showed flashes of brilliance well beyond their years.