2026 Top Available Combo Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026 class saw another commitment as Blair Academy guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1865348' first='Jaen' last='Chatman']</strong> committed to Rhode Island earlier in the week. The available pool still has the talent to make an impact at the next level, especially in the back court. Here are the 2026 top available combo guards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1729825' first='Trey' last='Lewis'], 6'3 Roselle Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lewis is the top-ranked combo guard prospect in the class and is looking to make another All-State team this season. The 6'3 guard attacks the basket with a purpose as he finishes strong around the rim and can make layups through contact. Lewis can also score in the mid-range and sets his feet before he shoots. He can also run the offense at times and works hard on the defensive end. Lewis is one of the top prospects in the class and should put his game on display throughout the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1963393' first='Tyrease' last='Hunter'], 6'3 Roselle Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lewis isn't the only Lions' combo guard to track this season as Hunter is primed to have a big senior season. The 6'3 guard has a clean release on his jumper and can knock dow triples in bunches. Hunter is more than just a shooter as he can also get into the paint off the bounce and finishes nicely around the rim. He is an underrated passer and uses his quick hands to get deflections on the defensive end. Hunter's ability to stretch the floor and defend on the perimeter is something that will help his game this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1595676' first='Jalen' last='Maldonado'], 6'2 Elizabeth</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Maldonado is a crafty guard prospect that is looking to lead the Minutemen on a deep postseason run. The 6'2 guard has a tight handle, which he uses to blow by his defender and can finish in a variety of ways around the rim. Maldonado has a good shooting stroke and can get hot from distance in a hurry. He is a tough on-ball defender and has the ability to play on the ball as well. Maldonado has the potential to have a monster senior season with his ability to make plays with the ball in his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1608251' first='Bryce' last='Hillman'], 6'2 Camden Eastside</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hillman made noise this summer and is looking to carry over that momentum into the winter. The 6'2 guard uses his handle to get to his spot on the floor and knows how to finish around the rim. Hillman rarely gets rattled by on-ball pressure and is able to find his open teammates in the half court. He can also play without the ball in his hands and can defend both back court spots. Hillman is a versatile guard prospect who should impact the game at both ends of the floor throughout the course of his senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1790210' first='Tyler' last='Hammond'], 6'0 Thrive Charter</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hammond has the opportunity to breakout this winter as he should have the ball in his hands more. The 6'0 guard has a smooth shooting stroke and makes opponents pay for giving him space behind the arc. Hammond can also run the offense in a pinch and finishes nicely around the basket. He is an underrated defender and moves well without the ball in his hands. Hammond has the ability to put up points in bunches and will be looking to do that for Thrive Charter as the Titans look to repeat as Group 1 champions.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2107955' first='George' last='Boley'], 6'3 Jackson Township</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2107954' first='Charlie' last='Marcoullier'], 6'0 CBA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2763494' first='Jayden' last='Solomon'], 6'2 Newark Collegiate</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2917859' first='Alijah' last='Murphy'], 6'2 St. Joe's Metuchen</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2237119' first='Caleb' last='Williams'], 6'0 Paterson Eastside</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->