CJ Paige also sits just outside the top 20 at #22. I liked what I saw from him at my combine and class showcase. He is certainly one of the top athletes in Nevada’s 2029 class, and he proved that with his speed, posting the third-fastest time in the three-quarter-court sprint at 3.35 seconds. Paige may become even more effective on offense as he continues to expand his shooting range. If he can get it going from three-point land this season, watch out. I believe he could be in store for a big year with the Longhorns.

CJ Paige is one of the scrappier players around. When you watch him play, you’ll notice that he’s always getting in on the action, and he really makes his matchup work to gain any ground on him. Offensively, he has the speed to create space for his own shot, and he isn’t afraid to attack the trees when he wants to get to the rim. More than anything, I like how Page consistently gets after it and competes on every possession.

CJ Paige definitely has the potential to rise up the rankings. He’s the definition of a gritty guard who works hard on both ends of the court. When he wants to score, he’ll hold the turbo button and leave defenders in the dust. He also makes timely off-ball cuts when he notices his matchup take his eyes off him. Defensively, he stays ready to poke the rock away, and he’s always hustling to make an impact.

CJ Paige makes his rankings debut at #23. I believe he will have much larger role for Legacy this fall and winter. With the opportunity to be one of their leading scorers due to his nose for the basket and relentlessness. He isn’t the type of player who needs much breathing room on offense, and he knows how to get downhill in a hurry. Paige also leaks out during fast breaks, and can turn defense into offense when he comes up with a steal. Overall, I’m a big fan of his and opposing defenses have to account for him game in and game out.