Top Shooting Guards in Updated 2027 Georgia Rankings

Georgia's 2027 class is loaded with talented perimeter scorers, and the shooting guard position may be as deep as any in the state. From elite shot makers and explosive athletes to skilled creators capable of scoring at all three levels, several prospects strengthened their recruiting stock with impressive performances throughout the spring grassroots season. Here's a closer look at some of the top shooting guards in our <a href="https://prephoops.com/georgia/rankings/2027-rankings/">Updated 2027 Rankings</a> heading into the summer evaluation periods.    One of the top perimeter prospects in the country, Hayes Jr. averaged over 18 points per game for Atlanta Xpress on the Under Armour circuit. A dynamic wing with outstanding size, length, and a high basketball IQ, he impacts the game in virtually every facet. Hayes is a reliable shot maker who can score from beyond the arc, attack closeouts, and create offense off the bounce. A high level athlete, he finishes above the rim in transition and uses his physical tools to generate advantages on both ends of the floor. Beyond his scoring ability, Hayes is an effective playmaker and secondary ball handler who sees the floor well and creates opportunities for teammates. Defensively, he is active, versatile, and capable of guarding multiple positions thanks to his length, athleticism, and instincts. His combination of production, skill, athleticism, and two-way versatility makes him one of the premier prospects in the 2027 class nationally.     Playing with the Atlanta Celtics this spring, Curry Jr. showcased why he is one of the more intriguing backcourt prospects in the class. An attacking guard with high level athleticism, he plays with a scorer's mentality and consistently puts pressure on defenses with his ability to get downhill and finish at the rim. Curry possesses good size and length for the position, allowing him to impact the game in multiple ways on both ends of the floor. He is a capable three level scorer whose perimeter shot continues to improve, making him an increasingly difficult matchup. Beyond his offensive production, he competes with energy and toughness and has significant upside on the defensive end thanks to his athleticism, length, and willingness to guard.     A prospect on the rise in the 2027 class, Winters is an offensive minded scoring guard with a combination of size, length, and shot creation ability. He excels at generating his own offense, using his handle, footwork, and feel for the game to create space and get to his spots. Winters is a capable perimeter shooter with range, and while his consistency continues to improve, he has shown the ability to make difficult shots both off the catch and off the dribble. A better than average athlete, he can attack gaps in the defense, finish at the rim, and create scoring opportunities in transition. He also brings value as a secondary ball handler, capable of facilitating offense and making plays for teammates when needed. With his blend of size, scoring instincts, and offensive upside, Winters continues to trend upward heading into the summer evaluation periods.     Pemberton continued his upward trajectory this spring with 4:44 Athletics, further establishing himself as one of the more intriguing wing prospects in the 2027 class. Possessing positional size and length, the rising senior is a three level scorer who can impact the game from anywhere on the floor. He is comfortable creating his own offense off the dribble, using his skill set and feel for the game to generate quality scoring opportunities. Pemberton can knock down perimeter shots, score in the midrange, and finish effectively at the rim, making him a difficult matchup for opposing defenders. A better than average athlete, he plays with confidence, attacks opportunities aggressively, and continues to expand his offensive arsenal.     A sharp shooting wing for the Atlanta Celtics, Harrison continued to prove to be one of the more dangerous perimeter threats in the state this spring. He possesses a quick, compact release and excellent shot preparation, allowing him to get quality shots off against closeouts and defensive pressure. Harrison does an outstanding job using screens to create separation and find scoring opportunities, making him a constant threat from beyond the arc. While known primarily for his shooting ability, he has expanded his offensive game by becoming more comfortable creating offense off the bounce. He also showed noticeable growth as a secondary ball handler and playmaker throughout the spring, demonstrating improved decision making and the ability to create opportunities for teammates.

Georgia's 2027 class is loaded with talented perimeter scorers, and the shooting guard position may be as deep as any in the state. From elite shot makers and explosive athletes to skilled creators capable of scoring at all three levels, several prospects strengthened their recruiting stock with impressive performances throughout the spring grassroots season. Here's a closer look at some of the top shooting guards in our Updated 2027 Rankings heading into the summer evaluation periods.