Bash In the Desert: 5 More Combo Guards Who Turned Heads

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There was no shortage of skilled combo guards in the 16U Division at the Prep Hoops Bash in the Desert. In this article I feature 5 more CG's who can fill it up on offense, while also making an impact on defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2815843"],"_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-69fe7bda12c6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ayden Lopez can shoot it from the outside and connects at a decent clip. He also sets his teammates up for opportunities and hunts down rebounds. Defensively, he uses his length, height, and instincts to make his matchup uncomfortable. With his size and scoring ability, there is definitely some upside there.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2506450"],"_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-69fe7bda12d2f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2506450' first='Joshua' last='Salter'] is a tough combo guard that can help his team win with both his offense and defense. He is a threat to score when he gets downhill, and he can make difficult finishes. He also works hard on the defensive end, where he can poke the ball away and make deflections. He also doesn't ball watch if there's a rebound up for grabs, and he tracks down a good amount considering his height.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2628381"],"_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-69fe7bda12dc5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2628381' first='Enzo' last='Castillo'] has speed that he utilizes to move off ball. He is the type of guard who searches for quality shooting chances, and he lets it go with a good deal of confidence. Like many shooters, he stays hungry and I'm a fan of how he makes his defender work to keep up with him. When it comes to his defense, he uses his quickness and energy to pester opponents. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3590719"],"_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-69fe7bda12d7b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2028 shooting guard Jacob Niffenegger has an arsenal of moves he can make to get to his spots. He will drive all the way to the hoop, hit floaters, and he has a jump shot. In addition to his scoring, Niffenegger is about 6'2" and plays with intensity on defense. Considering his versatility and competitive nature, he is a prospect with tools that should help him continue to develop. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2947347"],"_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-69fe815e75523"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2947347' first='Braylon' last='Hartley'] had a few flashes with the Vegas Elite 15U team. He leverages his athleticism often and can hit triples from downtown. While making good feeds to his big as well. Hartley also utilizes his quickness on defense to make plays. And can spark transition when he causes a turnover. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->