Bay Area Backcourt: Top Shooting Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bay Area features a talented group of shooting guards in the 2027 class, including a mix of perimeter shot makers and high level scorers who are ready to take another step forward as seniors. With the high school season approaching, we take a closer look at some of the area's top shooting guards that college coaches should have on their radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2956056"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab52f7f0a276"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rivera is a skilled, sharp shooting guard with deep range and the ability to stretch defenses well beyond the arc. He knows how to use screens effectively, possesses better than average quickness, and continued the momentum from a strong summer with impressive play this fall for Balboa. More than just a shooter, Rivera is also comfortable handling the ball, has a high basketball IQ and can creatie opportunities for teammates as a playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2948814"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab52f7f0a319"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gaines is an active, athletic and versatile wing with positional size and a good feel for the game. He is at his best attacking the basket and creating offense inside the arc, but has shown the ability to score at all three levels. The Specialty Fit Academy product also impacts the game in other areas, using his size and athleticism to contribute as a rebounder and versatile defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3557176"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab52f7f0a3a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Tampa Prep product is a high level athlete on the wing who excels at getting downhill, attacking the rim, and finishing in the paint. Session is a productive rebounder and an improving perimeter shooter who has shown the ability to make shots off the dribble. His combination of length, athleticism, and versatility also gives him the tools to develop into a high level defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3557190"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab52f7f0a442"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Galuski is a tough wing with good size and a high basketball IQ. He is most effective operating in the midrange and around the rim, while continuing to extend his shooting range and become a more consistent threat from the perimeter. He is a strong decision maker who plays within the flow of the offense, competes defensively, and uses his size and strength to rebound well from the wing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2896356"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab52f7f0a4c9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lazaridis is a skilled perimeter prospect with positional size, a high basketball IQ, and the ability to make shots from the perimeter. An above average athlete and a high academic prospect, he can attack closeouts and get to the rim off the bounce. He continues to develop as a creator off the dribble, adding another dimension to an already well rounded offensive game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->