Jayden Wilkins Jayden Wilkins 6'1" | CG Newport | 2027 State KY arrives at Newport after stints with Overtime Elite in Atlanta and Southeastern Prep in Orlando. He is a dynamic combo guard with a good handle, strong court vision and a high basketball IQ. Wilkins can score from all three levels and has the shooting ability to make defenses pay when given an opening. He makes smart decisions with the ball and can use his handle and quickness to create his own shot or get into the lane. Whether it is knocking down a tough shot or finishing above the rim, Wilkins brings an element of excitement every time he has the ball.

A transfer into Kentucky after spending time with OTE and Southeastern Prep last season, Wilkins is an unknown right now. Admittedly, no one on the staff for PHKY has seen him play so we plugged him into the rankings at 25th overall. Jayden could move up or down significantly by the time of the next update for the 2027 class.

Originally from Atlanta but well traveled over the last year, Wilkins is a teammate of Griffin Starks Griffin Starks 6'8" | PF Newport | 2027 State KY and comes to Newport with the returning big man. Jayden has been at OTE and Southeastern Prep so he’s played a high level schedule over the years. It’s entirely possible that Wilkins moves again before the high school season starts up but if he’s at Newport they will be a contender for the 9th region title again.