2027 Rankings: 918 Sleeper Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Who are the guards in the 918 ready to step up and shake up the Oklahoma basketball scene? </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2871304"],"_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-68ee8589c3fef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A quick, defensive minded guard. With quick hands an aggressive mindset, he made a splash as a sophomore for the Eagles. There's potential for him to make an even bigger splash as a junior for an Edison team with 5A State Tournament aspirations. Has good handles and plays with his head up, indicating he could develop into a key set up man. The improvement of his PG processing along with his reliable jump shot would help elevate Ware and his team this winter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2951847"],"_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-68ee8589c40a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Small school shooter, he averaged 18 a game while shooting 40% from three with Verdigris. That production will help him slot in naturally with the quality perimeter shooting found throughout the Spartans squad. Promisingly he has a solid off the dribble game, good body control for tough finishes at the rim. Improving his vision and decision making on those drives could help him become the straw that stirs the drink for Bixby. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2135864"],"_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-68ee8589c4177"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Following the graduation of a deep class, newcomer Wallace should provide a boost for the Tigers. His ability to operate as a floor spacing sniper could be crucial for a BA squad with quality size. He should feast off the double teams that his teammates draw. Importantly, he's grown and starting to fill out. Which will help handle the physicality of 6A as a ball handler. And he can be a sneaky good passer when ran off the line. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2804216"],"_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-68ee8589c420c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A speedy two sport standout for the Chieftains. Showed during grassroots plays that he has a tricky handle to match his athletic gifts. Complete with great lift for a smaller guard, giving him the ability to get on the rims a bit. Along with the transition and iso play, had promise with his ability to see the floor and create for others. It's a new era for Sapulpa with new head coach Chris Wallace, and expect Currin to bring excitement and energy for the 918 squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2327107"],"_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-68ee8589c429b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A transfer from Sapulpa to the Cascia, Poindexter adds depth to the one of the best backcourts in Oklahoma. Has grown to "Big Guard" size at 6 foot 4 by Oklahoma standards, with a wingspan that helps him makes plays around the rim on both ends of the court. Always has had a promising, smooth, looking skillset as a ballhandler and shooter. Especially off mid-range pull up. Looking forward to track the progress of Poindexter this winter as he helps the Commandos compete for a Class 4A title. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2948324"],"_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-68ee8589c432a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shifty guard, with the handles to carve up the defense in the halfcourt. And the speed to go coast to coast in transition. Has "Showtime" potential with the way he dance with the ball, but also can be direct and tough on drives. Exciting name to track for McLain as they enter a new era with esteemed alumnus Ebi Ere as head coach. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->