TABC 2024 Showcase: Standout Lead Guards

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1225570"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6682e6ac3d365"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1225570' first='Jaylen' last='Lawal']'s pure ability to attack downhill stood out as one of the most effective slashers in the TABC Showcase. His explosive first step off dribble handoff action and excellent change of pace, decelerating and accelerating quickly as he receives the ball, making him a constant threat. Lawal excels at turning the corner and attacking the basket in various situations, showing patience and a keen ability to read the defense to capitalize on gaps and overcommitted defenders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1227000"],"_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-6682e6ac3d3cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1227000' first='John' last='Laboy'], a versatile guard showing promise as a playmaker, showcasing solid vision and the capability to make plays for his teammates. Especially in transition, his speed and ball-handling skills allowed him to push the pace and create opportunities on the break. He has a quick first step, which enabled him to blow by defenders and navigate the defense, getting to any spot on the floor he pleased. His great use of the off-hand kept space between defenders for straight-line drives.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560943"],"_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-6682e6ac3d413"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Right away, [player_tooltip player_id='1560943' first='Michael' last='Gatewood'] impacted the game and set the tone with his defensive prowess on the first two plays by applying relentless pressure to the ball, resulting in a 5-second violation. Immediately after, Gatewood hustled for a 50/50 ball at the other end, extending the possession and converting it into a spectacular up-and-under reverse layup. Gatewood's relentless effort and ability to tie up the ball and force on-ball steals made him one of the best in the showcase at disrupting the opponent's offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1583462"],"_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-6682e6ac3d455"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jachai Cantave was a ball magnet, with the ball naturally gravitating towards him whether it was a steal or a rebound. He played at top speed and found pull-up jump shots in transition. Cantave is a tremendous shot creator in pick-and-roll situations, with the handles to split double teams using quick hesitation moves and the vision to pass out of it when the roller or cutter was completely open.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1226683"],"_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-6682e6ac3d497"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1226683' first='Desmeon' last='Jones'] stood out as one of the best, most skilled, and most controlled ball-handling point guards in the entire showcase. He excelled at setting up the pick-and-roll and making bounce passes through tight windows to the rolling screener. His poise and precision in executing these plays highlighted his advanced court vision and decision-making.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->