2027 Guards Who Could Boost Their Stock

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, I feature 5 guards outside the top 100 who could be consistent producers for their respective teams this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2673903"],"_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-6a8a6f6870435"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2673903' first='Troy' last='Fields'] does much of his damage from beyond the arc. He is a fairly reliable catch and shoot guy, and it doesn't take him very long to pull the trigger. He is a threat to bury multiple triples a game when he gets going, and there's a chance we see some development from him as a slasher. On defense, he knows to stick to his assignment and stays active with his hands. Look for his production to go up in his final year at Shadow. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2635483"],"_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-6a8a6f68704af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2635483' first='Kamren' last='Collins'] is a shifty combo guard who suits up for Desert Oasis. He can use crafty maneuvers to skirt around defenders and is capable of dropping in both layups and jump shots. His creativity and touch can also lead to him scoring in bunches. Collins' biggest advantage on defense is his athleticism, and he can come up with a steal every so often.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3558086"],"_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-6a8a6f687033f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3558086' first='Worthy' last='Manumaleuna'] showed flashes of his potential in the couple of times I've seen him play between the high school and AAU seasons. I am a fan of how he constantly hunts shots on the perimeter, and his shooting stroke almost always looks the same. He also has a solid frame, which he uses on the defensive end to make his opponent uncomfortable. Although he hasn't truly broken out just yet, that could change this fall and winter.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3558460"],"_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-6a8a6f68703b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='3558460' first='Fletcher' last='Gilbert'] is another SECTA player on this list, and he is likely best known for his accurate shooting from downtown. He floats around the wings and corners and stays ready to let it fly. He's also around 6'3 and has a high release point, making it difficult for opponents to close out and alter or block his shot. Gilbert also wisely uses his length on the defensive end to get into passing lanes and create deflections. If he has added a bit more to his game this offseason, we could see him average 10 or more points per game.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3558161"],"_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-6a8a6f68702c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Faith Lutheran Crusaders guard [player_tooltip player_id='3558161' first='Nash' last='Burton'] may end up playing much more than he did as a junior. He is a guy who utilizes his handles and court vision to set up his teammates for clean looks. He will also throw it ahead if there's an opportunity for the Crusaders to score in transition. On defense, Burton can be a pest, and he utilizes his lateral quickness to annoy his matchup. All in all he, he works hard when he's out there and he'll be a prospect that I continue to track.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->