Bucket Getters Shine at The Platform in Chicago

Scoring guards took center stage throughout the weekend at The Platform in Chicago, with a number of perimeter players showing they can create offense in a variety of ways. Whether it was knocking down shots from deep, attacking the paint, or taking over in key stretches, these guards consistently found ways to put pressure on opposing defenses. Here are some of the top scoring guards who stood out.   [player_tooltip player_id='2836044' first='Jack' last='Rempala'] | [program_tooltip program_id='2075622' first='M14' last='Hoops'] | 2028   Rempala looked like a veteran shot-maker once he settled into the game. The savvy, high-IQ guard never forced the action, instead letting the offense come to him before exploding with a scoring barrage. He showcased polished three-level scoring, knocking down perimeter jumpers, creating in the mid-range, and finishing with soft touch around the basket. His ability to take over the game when his team needed a spark was one of the weekend's more impressive offensive performances.   Eugene North Jr. | Oakland County Rise Elite | 2027   North displayed one of the most complete offensive skill sets at the event. He stretches defenses with a  consistent jumper and deep shooting range, but he's far from a one-dimensional scorer. When defenders chased him off the arc, he calmly got to his spots in the mid-range or attacked the basket with confidence. His polished handle and above-average athleticism allow him to score from all areas of the floor, making him a difficult matchup.   [player_tooltip player_id='2816850' first='Davuan' last='Bates'] | Geek Squad | 2028   Playing against older competition never seemed to faze Bates. The aggressive scoring guard consistently attacked downhill, using strength, balance, and body control to finish through contact. While he also showed the ability to knock down perimeter shots, his greatest weapon remains his relentless ability to pressure the paint. Bates continues to prove he's one of the more dependable bucket-getters in his class regardless of the level of competition.   Derrell Jackson | Zero Fears | 2029   Jackson embraced the role of instant offense throughout the weekend. The smooth-scoring wing heated up over the final games by displaying legitimate three-level scoring ability. He buried shots from deep, showed a silky pull-up game in the mid-range, and attacked the rim with confidence. On top of that, his active hands on defense generated transition opportunities that quickly turned into easy points. When Jackson's motor is running, he has the ability to change a game in a hurry.   Owen Christenson | Wisconsin Academy | 2027   Christenson's nonstop energy translated directly into offense. His deceptive change of pace keeps defenders off balance, allowing him to create driving lanes and finish through traffic. He also excelled in transition by sprinting the floor for easy scoring chances while constantly keeping pressure on the defense. Add in his competitive mindset and ability to impact both ends of the floor, and Christenson was one of the weekend's most productive all-around guards.   Malachi Ransom | Indiana Game | 2027   Few players were tougher to keep in front than Ransom once he found his rhythm. The explosive left-handed guard repeatedly broke defenders down off the dribble, getting into the paint with ease and finishing creatively against bigger defenders. His quick first step, athleticism, and ability to score with either hand make him a dangerous offensive weapon, especially when the game reaches winning time.   [player_tooltip player_id='2839923' first='Alex' last='Hesch'] | [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] | 2028   Hesch delivered some of the biggest momentum-changing plays of the weekend. The 6-foot-3 guard sparked his team with timely perimeter shooting before taking over by attacking in transition and finishing consecutive scoring possessions. His ability to rebound, push the pace, and run the floor creates offense naturally, while his confidence as a shot-maker makes him a constant threat whenever the ball is in his hands.

Scoring guards took center stage throughout the weekend at The Platform in Chicago, with a number of perimeter players showing they can create offense in a variety of ways. Whether it was knocking down shots from deep, attacking the paint, or taking over in key stretches, these guards consistently found ways to put pressure on opposing defenses. Here are some of the top scoring guards who stood out.