Who are Some of the Top Dynamic Duos Around the State

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Earl Austin February 19, 2026 @ 12:43 PM

Prep Hoops Missouri takes its annual look at some of the top Dynamic Duos around the state. These talented tandems have done a good job of putting in the work to keep their teams playing at a high level.   [player_tooltip player_id='2528025' first='Sebastian' last='Bolden']-Damarion Verges (Clayton): This talented duo of 2027 guards is combining to average 43 points a game in an excellent follow up season after helping the [program_tooltip program_id='2076546' first='Greyhounds' last=''] to the Class 4 state quarterfinals last season. The 6'2" Bolden continues to blossom as one of the state's top offensive players as a junior. He is averaging 26.4 points a game while shooting a toasty 51 percent from 3-point range on 75 made triples. He is also averaging 5.9 rebounds, three assists and four steals a game. Verges is a 6'4" guard with excellent length and versatility. He is averaging 17.3 points, 8.8 rebounds and two steals while shooting 53 percent from the field. He can also take the ball and facilitate offense out top.     [player_tooltip player_id='1598869' first='Will' last='Salonies']-[player_tooltip player_id='2410053' first='Abhijot' last='Bajwa'] (Wentzville Holt): There are not many teams around that have two players who average 20 points a game. The Indians are one of those teams. Salonies is a 6'0" 2026 point guard who has been a standout performer for four varsity seasons. He is averaging 20.6 points, five rebounds and four assists a game. Bajwa is a 6'5" 2026 forward with a versatile skill set and explosive athleticism. He is a great finisher around the basket who can also attack off the dribble. He is averaging 20.3 points and seven rebounds while shooting 58 percent from the field.     [player_tooltip player_id='2539650' first='Landan' last='Burchard']-[player_tooltip player_id='2843261' first='Jett' last='Hancock'] (Puxico): These talented 2026 guards have led the Indians to a 25-1 record as they enter the postseason as one of the top Class 2 teams in the state. They are looking to lead Puxico back to the Final Four after a third-place finish last season. The 5'10" Burchard is an All-State player who has continued to elevate his game. He has put up some big scoring nights this season, including a 50-point outburst against Bernie. The 5'11" Hancock is a solid two-way performer who can shoot it from 3-point range. He has scored more than 1,000 points in his career.     [player_tooltip player_id='2090520' first='Brenden' last='Matt']-[player_tooltip player_id='2701071' first='Jase' last='Smith'] (North Platte): These duo has been one of the most talented backcourt combos for a few seasons. Matt is 6'3 2026 guard who is a prime shooter and bucket getter. He is averaging 25 points a game while making an impressive 113 3-pointers. Smith is a 5'10 2027 point guard who is no slouch when it comes TJ shooting the ball. He is averaging 15 points a game while making 59 3-pointers.     [player_tooltip player_id='2090504' first='Ben' last='Karsten']-[player_tooltip player_id='2528208' first='Chase' last='Duke'] (Vianney): The Golden Griffins are currently 19-4 and are a viable Class 5 contender with these excellent tandem in the lead. Both are averaging 17 points a game and they do it in different ways. Karsten is a 6'2" 2026 perimeter marksman who has hit 68 3-pointers while shooting 37 percent from long distance. The 6'3" Duke is an excellent inside-outside threat who is also averaging six rebounds and three assists a game.     [player_tooltip player_id='2959866' first='Jace' last='Headrick']-[player_tooltip player_id='2960216' first='Kellen' last='Campbell'] (Mansfield): The Lions have one of the most talented young duos in the SWMO area, which is why they are approaching 20 victories entering the postseason. Headrick is a 6'3" guard who is a three-level scoring threat who can also handle and pass the basketball. Headrick is a 6'4" small forward with good versatility and athleticism. He can score inside and also block shots at the defensive end. He can also handle the ball and shoot it from 3-point range.     [player_tooltip player_id='2836907' first='Kanaan' last='Wilson']-Peyton Rowe (Potosi): This talented backcourt duo is one of the top tandems in the Parkland area. Wilson has emerged as a high level scoring point guard this season with his playmaking skills and three level scoring ability. Rowe has also elevated his game as he has enjoyed some big games with his perimeter shooting.

Prep Hoops Missouri takes its annual look at some of the top Dynamic Duos around the state. These talented tandems have done a good job of putting in the work to keep their teams playing at a high level.