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Big Guards With Big Time Scoring Ability

Big Guards With Big Time Scoring Ability
Zy Adams
Zy Adams May 8, 2026 @ 12:10 PM
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Jaden Slater
Jaden Slater 6'6" | SF/SG | 2029
FL
Derrick Muse Jr.
Derrick Muse Jr. 6'5" | SF | 2027
FL
Baran Barnes
Baran Barnes 6'5" | SG/C | 2028
FL
Jakai Hardy
Jakai Hardy 6'1" | PG | 2028
FL
Chase Weismiller
Chase Weismiller 6'4" | CG/SG | 2028
FL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Size and scoring ability is a dangerous combination, and these guards continue to prove that. Whether it's shooting, creating off the dribble, or finishing at the rim, this group has been turning heads this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3044039"],"_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-69fe18c4f3352"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Barnes is flat out one of the best shooters in the state. At 6'5, he has no problem getting his shot off against defenders, whether it's off the catch or off the dribble. He's more than just a shooter though. Barnes can put the ball on the floor, get to the rim, and finish, while his size defensively allows him to guard multiple positions. He has been a huge piece for [program_tooltip program_id='2978810' first='XPC' last='Elite'], and his stock will continue to rise this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3215854"],"_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-69fe18c4f3482"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Slater is a tall guard who has developed into an elite scorer. He has a high release point on his jumper that makes it extremely tough to contest. He's effective in the midrange with his pull up game and is also an excellent catch and shoot threat from three. The ceiling is high for Slater.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3077452"],"_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-69fe18c4f357e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Muse can truly do it all. He's a high-flying 6'5 guard with explosive bounce who can rock the rim. He has a tight handle that helps him get to his spots and knock down shots from inside and out the arc. What stands out most is his creativity. He makes plays defenders don't expect, and that makes him difficult to guard. Muse has all the tools to be a collegiate guard, and he still has another year to continue to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2082230"],"_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-69fe18c4f3679"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Every time Weismiller shoots the ball, it feels like it's going in. He's that consistent as a shooter. This past season at Sickles, he made major strides as an off the dribble scorer. Everyone already knows how dangerous he is off the catch, but as he keeps expanding his shot creation ability, he's becoming one of the top scorers in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2816443"],"_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-69fe18c4f3772"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hardy broke out during his sophomore season at Evans and kept improving as the lights got brighter. He isn't afraid of pressure moments. Hardy has a strong frame and looks to create contact when attacking the rim. His footwork is advanced for his age, helping him finish in crafty ways around defenders. He can also rise up from deep and make you pay if you lose focus for even a second.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Size and scoring ability is a dangerous combination, and these guards continue to prove that. Whether it's shooting, creating off the dribble, or finishing at the rim, this group has been turning heads this offseason.

Baran Barnes

Baran Barnes

FL
SG/C
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SG/C
CLASS 2028
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Baran
Barnes SG/C
Class
2028
Height
6'5"
HS
Bell Creek Academy
|
FL
Big Guards With Big Time Scoring Ability
Barnes is flat out one of the best shooters in the state. At 6’5, he has no problem...
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Baran Barnes

State: Florida
School: Bell Creek Academy
Club: XPC Elite
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Jaden Slater

Jaden Slater

FL
SF/SG
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2029
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Jaden
Slater SF/SG
Class
2029
Height
6'6"
HS
Winthrop College Prep
|
FL
Big Guards With Big Time Scoring Ability
Slater is a tall guard who has developed into an elite scorer. He has a high release point...
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State: Florida
School: Winthrop College Prep
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Derrick Muse Jr.

Derrick Muse Jr.

FL
SF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
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Derrick
Muse Jr. SF
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
HS
Bell Creek Academy
|
FL
Big Guards With Big Time Scoring Ability
Muse can truly do it all. He’s a high-flying 6’5 guard with explosive bounce who can rock the...
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Derrick Muse Jr.

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State: Florida
School: Bell Creek Academy
Club: XPC Elite
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Chase Weismiller

Chase Weismiller

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS CG/SG
CLASS 2028
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Chase
Weismiller CG/SG
Class
2028
Height
6'4"
HS
Sickles
|
FL
Big Guards With Big Time Scoring Ability
Every time Weismiller shoots the ball, it feels like it’s going in. He’s that consistent as a shooter....
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State: Florida
School: Sickles
Club: MBJ Elite
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Jakai Hardy

Jakai Hardy

FL
PG
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS PG
CLASS 2028
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Jakai
Hardy PG
Class
2028
Height
6'1"
HS
Evans
|
FL
Big Guards With Big Time Scoring Ability
Hardy broke out during his sophomore season at Evans and kept improving as the lights got brighter. He...
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State: Florida
School: Evans
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