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Underrated Combo Guards We’re Tracking This Season

Underrated Combo Guards We’re Tracking This Season
Chris Jenkins
Chris Jenkins November 7, 2025 @ 01:40 PM
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Caleb Polanco
Caleb Polanco 6'2" | PG | 2026
NJ
Peter Dubljevic
Peter Dubljevic 6'5" | SF/SG | 2028
NJ
Maximus Kobylarz
Maximus Kobylarz 6'1" | CG/PG | 2027
NJ
Shakeem Hester
Shakeem Hester 5'11" | PG/SG | 2028
NJ
Donnie Gregory
Donnie Gregory 6'4" | SG/PG | 2026
NJ
<!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3026213"],"_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-690ce5f757786"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Carnegie Mellon commit is ready for a huge senior season ! Caleb led Pingry last season in scoring and assists, recording 11.2ppg &amp; 4apg. Offensively , Caleb is an explosive guard with a quick first step. He has a great handle, tough when driving to the basket and is capable of playing above the rim. His passing abilities keep defenders on their toes which opens up gaps and driving lanes , creating offensive opportunities for himself and his teammates. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1943569"],"_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-690ce5f75793e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Donnie is returning to Morris Catholic for his Senior year and will put the state on notice. Watching him last season with the Crusaders and on the EYBL circuit you can see the constant development in his game. Last season as a Junior he recorded his 1,000th point while leading Morris Catholic in scoring at 15.7ppg. He's a tall , strong guard with one of the purest jumpers you're going to see. He can knock down shots off the catch and on the move. Plays above the rim in transition and is a lock down defender. Division 1 offers should be on the table in the near future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2814633"],"_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-690ce5f7577e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shakeem is the most explosive guard on this list. He saw some varsity time last season as a freshman. His strength, speed and quick first step gives him an advantage over most defenders. He has great elevation when scoring at the basket and finishes through contact. He has a great motor , defensively puts a lot of pressure on the ball and quickly gets out in transition. When his shot is falling mixed in with his driving ability and athleticism in transition, Shakeem is a very tough cover. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2988414"],"_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-690ce5f757826"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Peter is a 6'5 wing with a huge upside. He saw some varsity time as a Freshman last season and you can see the potential. He can shoot the three and has a solid handle. Given his size and strength he does great at getting to the mid range and getting his shot off over defenders. He is athletic and looks to play above the rim. Peter is a player that can uplift his team and the energy in the gym with athleticism and highlight plays. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2947155"],"_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-690ce5f757867"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Max is a big strong guard who has no issue getting a bucket ! Does a great job getting down hill to the basket and his strength allows him to finish through contact. He has a quick release with a lot of range. Max plays with a lot of confidence , toughness and does not back down to competition. Watching his progress on the AAU circuit , he looks ready to take on a bigger role on the varsity roster this upcoming season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Cayden Prince ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77248","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"North Plainfield ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-690e0713b2c2b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cayden is the most dynamic player on this list. He is a mismatch issue for most guards. He's tall with long arms and does a great job crashing the offensive glass and scoring in the paint. He is a capable three point shooter but his strong suit is the mid range , getting to the rim and getting put backs. Cayden was top 3 in scoring for North Plainfield last season averaging 10.7ppg as a sophomore. He led the team in rebounds , blocks and steals , recording 7.5rpg , 2.4bpg &amp; 2.4spg. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->
Carnegie Mellon
Caleb Polanco

Caleb Polanco

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
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Caleb
Polanco PG
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
The Pingry School
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NJ
Underrated Combo Guards We’re Tracking This Season
The Carnegie Mellon commit is ready for a huge senior season ! Caleb led Pingry last season in...
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Carnegie Mellon
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Donnie Gregory

Donnie Gregory

NJ
SG/PG
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG/PG
CLASS 2026
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Donnie
Gregory SG/PG
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Morris Catholic
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NJ
Underrated Combo Guards We’re Tracking This Season
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State: New Jersey
School: Morris Catholic
Club: PSA Cardinals
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Shakeem Hester

Shakeem Hester

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2028
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Shakeem
Hester PG/SG
Class
2028
Height
5'11"
HS
North Plainfield
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NJ
Underrated Combo Guards We’re Tracking This Season
Shakeem is the most explosive guard on this list. He saw some varsity time last season as a...
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Shakeem Hester

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State: New Jersey
School: North Plainfield
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Peter Dubljevic

Peter Dubljevic

HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2028
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Peter
Dubljevic SF/SG
Class
2028
Height
6'5"
HS
Delaware Valley Regional
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NJ
Underrated Combo Guards We’re Tracking This Season
Peter is a 6’5 wing with a huge upside. He saw some varsity time as a Freshman last...
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Peter Dubljevic

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School: Delaware Valley Regional
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Maximus Kobylarz

Maximus Kobylarz

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS CG/PG
CLASS 2027
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Kobylarz CG/PG
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
HS
Chatham
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NJ
Underrated Combo Guards We’re Tracking This Season
Max is a big strong guard who has no issue getting a bucket ! Does a great job...
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Maximus Kobylarz

State: New Jersey
School: Chatham
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Cayden Prince

Cayden Prince

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SG
CLASS 2027

Cayden Prince

School: North Plainfield
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