Bash In The Desert: Guards Who Score With Ease (17U)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, I feature five guards who were filling it up on a regular basis for their respective teams at the Prep Hoops Bash in the Desert.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1546987"],"_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-6a0d33b625b8b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aidan Diggs is a supreme scorer who makes it look easy at times. His shooting stroke is incredibly smooth and his release is very consistent, allowing him to splash in multiple three-pointers a game. He also leverages his first and second step to get to his jump shot, and defenders, of course, have to protect the rim against him because he is a threat to throw down a monster dunk. Diggs also notably recently just reclassed to the class of 2027.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1555181"],"_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-6a0d33b625c14"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">There is a lot to like about [player_tooltip player_id='1555181' first='Adrian' last='Higuera']'s game. He has good instincts on offense, which helps him get to his spots or all the way to the rack. He also has more bounce than I expected and nearly threw down the dunk of the tournament when he launched up, but it unfortunately rimmed off the back iron. With that type of athleticism and competitiveness, he is surely a prospect that has the potential to turn some heads during the upcoming live period events.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2276224"],"_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-6a0d33b625c64"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2276224' first='Tre' last='Wilkins'] is a smooth operator with the rock in his hands. He utilizes his tight handle and change-of-direction ability to create space and get to his spots. He also has a quick trigger and can get his shot off before defenders are able to fully close out. Beyond his offensive skill set, he competes hard on defense and makes opponents work for every inch of ground.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2642334"],"_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-6a0d33b625cc5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jalen Parker (pictured) is an efficient bucket getter who hits pull up jumpers and triples. He likes to float around the perimeter and moves well off the ball to get open for catch-and-shoot opportunities. If he gets hot, he has the ability to score in bunches. Overall, there's something deceptive about the way he gets the job done on offense. On the defensive end, he also makes his presence felt with deflections and steals.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2828496"],"_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-6a0d33b625d0c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2915923' first='Cameron' last='Anderson'] is a dynamic playmaker, especially on the offensive end. He operates with good pace and knows when to punch the gas pedal once a lane opens up. From there, he showcases solid finishing ability and is also capable of getting the job done at the free-throw line. Defensively, he pesters opponents with his lateral quickness and energy, occasionally creating or forcing turnovers.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->