Francisco’s Takes: WCE End of Summer (Point Guards)
In our previous West Coast Elite End of Summer installments, we focused on the “Best of the 2019s” as well as the “Best Wing-types” in the camp. In this recap we will focus on the best point guards.
Best Point Guards
Lamont Butler (Riverside,CA/Riverside Poly)
2020, PG, 6-foot, 150 pounds
Joel’s Take: It was somewhat of an up-and-down affair for Butler. On the positive side, he has a nice frame with good length and he changes speeds well—not too mention his pull-up game is tight. He is still quite young and as a result he needs to improve his ability to finish in the lane over length, increase his assertiveness as a leader on the court, and extend the range on his jump shot.
Jonathan Daniels (Palmdale, CA/ Paraclete)
2019, PG, 5-foot-11, 155 pounds
Joel’s Take: If there is one aspect of Daniels game that is consistent, it’s his attack-mode mentality at both ends. He gets to where he needs to go on the court due to his assertiveness and solid burst, and he is equally effective as a scorer as well as a facilitator. His jump shot is solid in the elbow area, but his 3-point shot needs to be more consistent to keep defenses honest.
Phaquon Davis (Chino Hills, CA/ Ayala)
2019, CG, 5-foot-10, 155 pounds
Joel’s Take: Davis is a chiseled point guard prospect who thinks more score than pass at this stage. His jump shot is tight off the catch and he gets good lift on it and he has the physique (despite his size) to take the contact and finish. He likes to “pound it’ too much and his decision making needs to improve (plays too fast), but he’s tough to handle.
Josh Vasquez (Torrance, CA/ Bishop Montgomery)
2019, CG, 6-foot-3, 165 pounds
Joel’s Take: One of the first traits of Vasquez’ game that has been with him since the first time we gazed eyes upon him, is his demeanor. He never gets rattled and possesses a “silent assassin” mindset as well. He is more a 2 than a 1 due to his prolific jump shot, but he also delivered timely assists that should allow him to play both positions in college.
Justin Williams (Anaheim, CA/ Canyon)
2020, PG, 6-foot-1, 150 pounds
Joel’s Take: Arguably the biggest surprise at the event. The wiry point guard prospect shows good burst and he changes speeds well. He can slice his way to the rim and deliver the assist and he pushes the ball well in transition. His jump shot needs polishing, but with added strength and repetition, it should improve.