Pangos All-American Camp: Top Point Guards
NORWALK, Ca. — The 17th annual Pangos All-American Camp is known for it’s collection of top shelf talent under one roof and the 2019 edition didn’t disappoint. Many of the country’s best players from the classes of 2020, 2021, 2022…
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Continue ReadingNORWALK, Ca. — The 17th annual Pangos All-American Camp is known for it’s collection of top shelf talent under one roof and the 2019 edition didn’t disappoint.
Many of the country’s best players from the classes of 2020, 2021, 2022 and even 2023 converged on Cerritos College for the three day event.
Here are the top floor generals from the event:
Zion Harmon, 2021 Marshall County (KY) – Harmon dazzled all weekend long. His impressive feel for the game was evident from the opening tip of his first game as he carved up opposing defenses with the dribble or the pass. The 5-foot-10 rising junior controlled the pace of every camp game he played in and his teammates knew that, if they moved without the ball, Harmon would find them. Harmon torched the nets with floaters and tough step-back perimeter jumpers on Saturday.
Isael “Isa” Silva, 2021, Jesuit – If you enjoy watching a kid who has an innate understanding of how the game is supposed to be played, Silva is your guy. The 6-foot-3 junior-to-be dictates pace in every setting: Transition, half-court and ball screens action. He can make every pass in the book and the flashy ones thrown by other campers that might make you cringe are par for the course for Silva. He’s one of the more crafty finishers you’ll find and has shown some improvements with his catch-and-shoot 3-point shot, but he still has work to do in that area.
Isa Silva came into the Pangos All-American Camp as one of the top guards out west, but proved himself worthy of being in the national conversation.Daishen Nix, 2020, Trinity International (NV) – Nix carries himself in an unassuming way that may make some underestimate his impact, but if you watch closely you’ll see he recognizes the nuances of the game. I’ve already typed plenty about pace in this piece, but it’s so important for the position that it bears repeating: Nix never gets sped up. The timing and placement on his passes are impeccable and his unselfishness permeated through the rest of his team.
Dalen Terry, 2020, Hillcrest Prep (AZ) – Terry stands out not only for his lanky 6-foot-7 frame at the point guard spot, but also because of his versatility on both sides of the ball. The rising senior has dynamic playmaking ability in transition and is getting better at breaking down defenders in isolation to get to the cup. One of the best aspects of Terry’s game this weekend was his dedication to the defensive side of the ball and locking down most of his one-on-one match-ups.
Rahsool Diggins, 2021, Archbishop Wood (PA) – Diggins made up for a lack of touches during the camp games with a strong performance in the Top 60 game. The 6-foot-1 rising junior scored a game-high 20 points and did so with ease, draining three 3-pointers while peppering in a couple of floaters.
Deivon Smith, 2020, Grayson (GA) – If you were on the lookout for an explosive guard, Smith was your guy. The senior-to-be was a burner in transition, blowing by any and all defenders and into the paint where he finished at or above the rim. Smith also showed burst with his first step and a balanced stop-and-pop jumper.
Chanse Robinson, 2020, Lincoln Prep (LA) – Even though the camp setting didn’t call for defense, Robinson brought his straps with him. The 6-foot-1 rising senior took every defensive assignment personally and snatched a handful of steals with his quick hands and anticipation of passing lanes. Robinson didn’t force the issue offensively, moved the ball ahead in transition and took his offensive looks when they were there.