VOTE: Best Backcourt in Class 6A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Use code SandyHoops25 to save on registration for the <a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/1619/register/the-expo-georgia">Expo – October 12</a></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Wheeler</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wheeler brings serious length, athleticism, and upside in its backcourt. [player_tooltip player_id='1696247' first='Jaron' last='Saulsberry'] transfers in from Norcross. He thrives in open-court finishes, uses his length and high motor to close passing lanes, and leads more often than not on defense. He also shows a good sense of rhythm shooting from the wing when in flow. [player_tooltip player_id='1958491' first='Colben' last='Landrew'] is the bell-cow wing. A physically dominant downhill attacker with a grown man's game and a steady three-point shot. High Major programs are all over him. [player_tooltip player_id='2380956' first='Amare' last='James'], [player_tooltip player_id='2075194' first='Kevin' last='Savage'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2380955' first='Lamarrion' last='Lewis'] round out the backcourt. Savage has seen his stock sky-rocket and is now regarded as one of, if not the best 2027 in the state of Georgia with his elite handle and playmaking skill. Wheeler's backcourt is built for versatility. With Saulsberry's defensive activity and athleticism, Landrew's offensive rhythm and shooting credentials, and supporting guards who are battle tested, Wheeler can defend, push tempo, and score in multiple ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Grayson</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MJ Curry moved in from Grovetown and will be asked to anchor a new-look Grayson. Power 5 conferences have offered him due to his mismatch potential, rebounding ability, and the capability to get to the rim or defend multiple positions. [player_tooltip player_id='2328883' first='Donaven' last='Thomas'] joins from Maynard Jackson, a professional scorer who routinely pours in 20+ points per game. He's a lethal shooter with deep range. [player_tooltip player_id='1696173' first='Malik' last='Rideout'] joins the program after leaving Peachtree Ridge. Rideout is an exceptional shot maker along the perimeter, good at scoring in isolation settings but can also create for others. Freshman [player_tooltip player_id='2954445' first='Austin' last='Leonard'] is trending with D-I offers heading into his first season. Grayson's backcourt is built to create mismatches. Curry's size plus Donaven's scoring punch make their offense hard to game-plan for. On defense, the length and athleticism help them contest shots, apply pressure, and force turnovers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Pebblebrook</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2245699' first='Zyree' last='Brown'] is a speedy floor general who can record double digit points and assists any given night. His quickness allows him to penetrate with ease, imploding defenses as he can score with his floater or kick out to open shooters. [player_tooltip player_id='2850804' first='DJ' last='McMillan'] (South Cobb) and Alex Jones (Westlake) are key new faces who provide size on the wings and versatile offensive production. [player_tooltip player_id='2703171' first='Jaylen' last='Humphrey'] has been improving yearly. College scouts love his length outside and his ability to get hot from distance. He's a two-way impact maker. Pebblebrook will cause opponents issues whether by defending, sharing scoring load, or spacing the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>McEachern</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2746184' first='Chase' last='Lumpkin'] emerged as one of the best guards in Georgia last season, an explosive scorer on the perimeter that poured in over 20 points per game nearly nightly. His deep three-point shooting range and crafty ability to slice his way into the paint kept McEachern among the best in the state. Ogo Ekewozor and [player_tooltip player_id='2575570' first='Mason' last='McMillan'] will get major bumps in minutes this season. Ogo is an impressive athlete that can jump out of the gym whereas McMillan is a savvy scorer on the wing.The addition of [player_tooltip player_id='2275439' first='Zach' last='Graves'] from Kell is huge. The fire hydrant guard is tough as nails. He is capable of scoring from all three levels and is a heady decision maker with the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Buford</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Buford has a blue collar backcourt led by veterans [player_tooltip player_id='2575545' first='Dillon' last='Nixon'], [player_tooltip player_id='1722042' first='Torre' last='Costin'] and [player_tooltip player_id='2673527' first='Carmelo' last='Williams']. Williams broke out as a sophomore, winning Class 6A Most Improved Player as he averaged 16.2 points and 7.8 rebounds after playing JV as a freshman. Nixon and Costin are undersized but dogs on the floor. Dillon is a clutch scorer with deep three-point range. While he's always ready to deliver a dagger from distance, he is also willing to make the extra pass as the Wolves move the ball as well as anyone in the state. Costin is a bouncy athlete who packs a punch once he returns from the gridiron. He is a relentless defender and a smart teammate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://poll.fm/16059273","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"crowdsignal","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-crowdsignal wp-block-embed-crowdsignal"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://poll.fm/16059273 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->