2023 Rankings Update: Top of the Class
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No. 1 || 6-2 PG Kanaan Carlyle Kanaan Carlyle 6'2" | PG Overtime Elite | 2023 State #16 Nation GA – Milton The smooth play of Kanaan Carlyle Kanaan Carlyle 6'2" | PG Overtime Elite | 2023 State #16 Nation…
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Continue ReadingNo. 1 || 6-2 PG Kanaan Carlyle Kanaan Carlyle 6'2" | PG Overtime Elite | 2023 State #16 Nation GA – Milton
The smooth play of Kanaan Carlyle Kanaan Carlyle 6'2" | PG Overtime Elite | 2023 State #16 Nation GA has attracted High Major colleges even before playing his first ever varsity game. Fast forward to his sophomore season, Carlyle continues to impress. He’s a well-rounded scorer that has hit big shots throughout the season. While he can score at multiple levels, it’s his defense that really sets him apart from other guards.
No. 2 || 7-0 C Gai Chol Gai Chol 7'0" | C Greenforest Christian Academy | 2023 State GA – Greenforest
Averaging 10.4 points, 8.7 rebounds and 2.6 blocks, Gai Chol Gai Chol 7'0" | C Greenforest Christian Academy | 2023 State GA is a long and mobile center. He blocks shots without fouling. Offensively, he has some skill with his back to the basket and can hit from the mid-range when left open. Chol is willing to put the ball on the floor when necessary and can score over defenders. With Chol’s developing skillset, length and agility, he has an extremely high ceiling.
No. 3 || 6-3 PG Isaiah Collier Isaiah Collier 6'4" | PG Wheeler | 2023 State #8 Nation GA – Wheeler
Back from a broken shoulder which ended his freshman season prematurely, Isaiah Collier Isaiah Collier 6'4" | PG Wheeler | 2023 State #8 Nation GA has Wheeler competing for another state title. He’s an aggressive and athletic guard that can shut down opposing ball handlers. His lateral quickness and length make it hard to get past him. Collier is a good playmaker that can get downhill. He is a good distributor and plays with a lot of passion.
No. 4 || 6-2 PG David Thomas David Thomas 6'2" | PG Eagle's Landing | 2023 State #197 Nation GA – Eagle’s Landing
David Thomas David Thomas 6'2" | PG Eagle's Landing | 2023 State #197 Nation GA does it all for Eagle’s Landing. He scores all over the floor in a variety of ways. He’s a good jump shooter but also excels at getting to the rim and finishing through traffic. Thomas is a reliable ball handler that has a quick first step to beat his man. His motor allows him to play bigger than his size. Thomas is a strong rebounder and defensively has quick hands and overall great instincts.
No. 5 || 6-7 SF Tahj Johnson Tahj Johnson 6'7" | SF Hart County | 2023 State GA – Hart County
Tahj Johnson Tahj Johnson 6'7" | SF Hart County | 2023 State GA is teeming is potential. He’s a bouncy forward with a diverse skill set, capable of scoring inside and out. Johnson is a strong rim protector. His length helps him get to shots and cover ground quickly. On offense, Johnson can stretch the floor out to the three-point line. He likes to ball fake and get to the basket after drawing out defenses.