Floor Generals: Who’s Leading the Charge This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Continuing my look at some of the top lead guards poised to make an impact this upcoming season, here are several floor generals you will want to keep an eye on…</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2949406,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Juawayne-Walters-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Juawayne-Walters-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2949406" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Juawayne Walters</strong> (5'8/PG/'26/Boyd Anderson) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: D2uce11</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @D2uce11</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Juawayne is a small lead guard whose size can be deceiving, as he makes a huge impact on the game on both ends of the floor from the lead guard spot. He plays very aggressively, and with his shiftiness, he keeps defenders on their heels. He is an experienced lead guard who knows how to run the show, and he can provide multi-level scoring when opportunities arise. Boy Anderson will be in good hands this upcoming season.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2949407,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Ty-Shine-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Ty-Shine-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2949407" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2412819' first='Ty' last='Shine']</strong> (6'2/PG/'27/Harlem HS) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: tyshineee</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @tyshineee</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Ty is a lead guard who looks to get his defender in isolation or in ball screens, and from there he uses his skill set to put pressure on the defender, often resulting in paint touches, which collapses the defense and forces rotation, in which he does a good job making opponents pay for any mistakes in the rotations. He does a good job creating for his teammates and getting the ball into their hands in areas in which they can quickly make plays. He uses his shiftiness to keep defenders off-balance and get to his spots on the floor. He will be needed for Harlem to have a successful season.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2949408,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Tyler-Williams-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Tyler-Williams-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2949408" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Tyler Williams</strong> (6'2/PG/‘26/Grayson)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: tylerwilliams2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @TylerW_2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Tyler is a lead guard who is tough off the bounce and puts constant pressure on the rim. He is really good at getting into the heart of the defense, but he has a really good feel for when not to overpenetrate and to work his middle game. He has really good vision, which is often seen when he rims and runs, getting his team out in transition. He has a good feel for the game and a unique awareness of situations in which to exploit. He plays on and off the ball, maintaining his production capacity; however, he is at his best when operating at the point. Look for his lead guard responsibilities to increase this year.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2949409,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Kevin-White-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Kevin-White-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2949409" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2046362' first='Kevin' last='White']</strong> (5'10/PG/'26/Gainesville HS) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: thekevinwhite_</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @thekevinwhite_</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Kevin is a small lead guard with burst, which he uses to be a high-end creator off the bounce. He has a mature floor game, and his experience is going to be needed as Gainesville looks for a playoff birth at the end of the year. He is a crafty passer with court vision and does a good job getting his teammates involved. When he is needed to score, he has a multi-level scoring arsenal, making him another weapon the defense has to account for. Kevin is a trustworthy lead guard who has the ability to be the leader of his squad this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2949411,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Harris-Reynolds-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Harris-Reynolds-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2949411" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2046360' first='Harris' last='Reynolds']</strong> (6'5/PG/'26/St Pius X) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: harriis.0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @harris1reynolds&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Harris is a lead guard with good size and a skill set that makes him a difficult cover. He is an aggressive lead guard with a quick first step and can easily be considered a score-first PG as he can fill it up from all levels. He thrives when he is able to hit gaps and get downhill and use his craftiness to finish at the rim. He does a good job seeking his offense and showed to be a tough shot maker, who also understands how to use his gravity to create open looks for teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2949412,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Derrick-Jackson-Jr.-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Derrick-Jackson-Jr.-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2949412" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Derrick Jackson, Jr.</strong> (6'1/PG/‘26/Piper HS) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: dsauce15</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @SauceGod2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Derrick showed over the spring and summer his ability to be a major contributor at the lead guard position. He impacts the game across the stat sheet as he scores from multiple levels, rebounds his position, distributes the rock, and is a solid on-ball defender who forces turnovers. Derrick is a smart lead guard and makes the right reads more often than not. He is a really good decision maker with vision and timing on his passes.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2949413,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Messiah-Millin-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/08/PH-Messiah-Millin-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-2949413" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>Messiah Millin</strong> (6'0/PG/'26/Hoover)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: messiahmillin</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @messiahmillin3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Messiah is a lead guard who plays with grit, energy, and a chip on his shoulder. With Hoover losing a significant chunk of talent, Messiah is primed to battle for a starring role at the lead guard spot, and his spring and summer play suggests he is ready for it. He showed his leadership ability, his ability to run the show, and his ability to be trusted with the keys to the squad. He plays with passion, and he is not a player you have to prime to get up to play, because every time he steps in between the lines he gives total energy and effort on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->