2024 Top Available Point Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2024 class is filled with guard talent, especially at the point guard position. Three of the top four are already committed, but there is still a lot of available talent in the class. Here are the 2024 top available point guard prospects.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1050395' first='Deuce' last='Jones'], 6'1 St. Thomas Aquinas</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jones is the top available lead guard in the class and is one of the most dynamic players in the Garden State. The 6'1 guard is a blur in the open floor as he uses his speed to blow by his defender and finish in a number of ways around the basket. Jones has a tight handle, which he uses to create separation on his jumper. He knocks down tough shots in the halfcourt and is a strong rebounder for a guard. Jones is an electric guard prospect who makes plays with the ball in his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1050399' first='Alex' last='Massung'], 6'2 Hudson Catholic</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Massung took a big step forward during the 2022-23 season and is looking to carry it over into the spring and summer. The 6'2 guard has a good first step, which he uses to beat his defender off the bounce and finish around the rim. Massung has a nice touch on his floater and is unafraid of drawing contact in the paint. He is an underrated passer and is a tough on-ball defender. Massung is a two-way guard prospect who will be one to watch over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1213557' first='Ryan' last='Frauenheim'], 5'10 Manasquan</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Frauenheim made key plays down the stretch for Manasquan as he helped them win their first group title in school history. The 5'10 guard plays with poise as he is unafraid of taking big shots in crunch time. Frauenheim threads passes to open teammates and controls the flow of the game. He moves well without the ball in his hands and moves his feet well on defense. Frauenheim is a gamer who does whatever it takes to help his team win games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='933045' first='Noah' last='Payne'], 6'1 Peddie</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Payne is a high-level scorer who can put up points in bunches on any given game. The 6'1 guard attacks the basket with a purpose as he is a strong finisher and can make shots through contact in the paint. Payne knows how to get to his spot on the floor and rises up with confidence on his jumper. He has the ability to play off the ball as well and is an underrated defender. Payne is a scoring lead guard who should put up big scoring numbers throughout the summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1213555' first='Nas' last='Robinson'], 5'8 Linden</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Robinson is one of the fastest players in the class and will put it on display this summer. The 5'8 guard has a tight handle, which he uses to get into the lane and make plays. Robinson can finish in a variety of ways around the basket and knock down jumpers in the mid-range. He gets his teammates involved in the halfcourt and uses his quick hands to generate turnovers on the defensive end. Robinson is a speedy point guard prospect who will continue to make plays at both ends of the floor for his team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Other Prospects to Watch:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1406990' first='Lukas' last='Schmid'], 6'2 Blair Academy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1273928' first='Bubba' last='McNeil'], 5'9 Middle Township</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1050398' first='Nick' last='Seeloch'], 5'10 Holmdel</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1051496' first='Merle' last='Hans'], 5'10 Wildwood</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1407095' first='Cohen' last='Cook'], 6'0 Mainland</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->