Rankings Release: The 2027 Combo Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, after updating the rankings for the <em>Class of 2027</em>, we'll take a look at the <em>Combo Guards</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The top overall spot at the <em>Combo Guard</em> position is held by <em>St. Thomas More's</em> <strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2472274' first='Bentley' last='Shelton']</em></strong> (<strong>#18</strong>). The 6'4" combo guard is coming off of a strong summer with the <em>City Rocks</em>, showcasing his ability to be productive on or off the ball, while also displaying some high level defensive abilities on the other end of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are five more <em>Combo Guards</em> to watch from our latest update:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1680503"],"_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-68cc9d2ad1e9f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vinson, a prospect out of <em>Worcester Academy</em>, checks in at <strong><em>#38</em></strong> overall and <strong><em>#4</em></strong> among the <em>combo guards</em>. Vinson is a lefty that can really shoot the ball from distance. He has a quick first step as a ball-handler, knows how to manipulate defenders to get to his spots off the bounce, and scores with both touch and athleticism around the rim. He does a great job of moving without the basketball and is seemingly always ready to shoot the ball off the catch. With his height and length combo, he's a capable defender on the other end of the floor, showing the ability to guard any spot on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2634131"],"_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-68cc9d2ad1f06"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fitzgibbon, a prospect out of the <em>Brimmer &amp; May School</em>, checks in at <strong><em>#92</em></strong> overall and <strong><em>#14</em></strong> among the <em>combo guards</em>. Fitzgibbon fit the mold of the prototype for a combo guard, with good size for the position and the ability to play on or off the ball offensively. He has some real wiggle with the ball in his hands, makes good reads as a playmaker in the half-court, and is a crafty finisher around the rim in transition. He makes shots in catch and shoot situations, and knows how to utilize screens to get open. He defends in space, rebounds in traffic, and knows where to be in rotation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2251320"],"_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-68cc9d2ad1f7c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson, a prospect out of the <em>Williston Northampton School</em>, checks in at <strong><em>#104</em> </strong>overall and <strong><em>#22</em></strong> among the <em>combo guards</em>. Johnson is a high level athlete with great measurables and the ability to create space off the bounce. He's got a quick first step, shows the ability to make tough shots in isolation situations, and can really knock down shots from behind the arc. He's an electric finisher around the rim and shows some good vision as a driver. Defensively, his length is an asset as he makes tons of plays on the ball and in passing lanes, proving to be super disruptive on that end of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2634189"],"_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-68cc9d2ad1ff3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cassamajor, a prospect out of the <em>Brooks School</em>, checks in at <strong><em>#159</em></strong> overall and <strong><em>#38</em></strong> among the <em>combo guards</em>. Cassamajor is a terrific perimeter defender, showing good instincts off the ball and the ability to quickly cover space. He reads plays before the develop and uses his quickness to create steals in passing lanes. He has elite change of direction ability, can create space off the bounce, and does a nice job of finding rollers or cutters attacking the rim. He's got soft touch in the mid-range and a deep scoring package around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2868668"],"_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-68cc9d6629335"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ramos, a prospect out of <em>Lexington Christian Academy</em>, checks in at <strong><em>#207</em></strong> overall and <strong><em>#45</em></strong> among the <em>combo guards</em>. Ramos is a plus athlete that has some two-way versatility both on and off the ball. He can really score it in transition, using his athleticism to his advantage around the rim. He slides off the ball and does a nice job of knocking down shots in catch and shoot situations. Defensively, he can guard either back-court spot and does a great job of making opponents pick up their dribble outside of their scoring spots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out this week as we continue our positional breakdowns for the <em>Class of 2027</em>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->