Nevada Rankings: Top Point Guards C/O 2022
In previous articles I’ve talked about the depth and history of the Point Guard position in Nevada. Well, if the class of 2022 is any indication, the future is in good hands! In this article PH takes a look at…
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Continue ReadingIn previous articles I’ve talked about the depth and history of the Point Guard position in Nevada. Well, if the class of 2022 is any indication, the future is in good hands! In this article PH takes a look at some of the top PG’s in the class of 2022.
Richard Isaacs 6’2 Wasatch (UT) – “Pop” recently announced he will be continuing his career at Wasatch Academy, however in his short time here he managed to make quite an impact on the Nevada prep scene. A cerebral PG, Isaacs controls the game. His understanding of time, score and situation, allows his team to always play at a tempo that they can be successful at. A gold medalist for the USA 16U team this summer, he could probably be best described as a winner. Good size, great handle, and a willing passer. Isaacs is one of the top PG’s in the nation.
Milos Uzan 6’3 Desert Pines – The departure of Isaacs catapults Uzan to the top playmaker spot. At 6’3 he has the size to see over defenders, and the elite passing ability to capitalize on it. As a freshmen he was among the assist leaders in the state. This year with the amount of talent he has around him at DP, I firmly expect him to lead by a wide margin. Slick handle and improving jump shot, Uzan is poised to be one of the top PG’s in the state regardless of class.
Damion Byrd 5’10 Silverado – One of the most amazing plays I saw Damion Byrd make this year was a turnover. In a back and forth contest against Team Parson’s (FL), with his team tied, Byrd made a rare mental mistake and threw the ball into the backcourt. On the very next possession he came down and hit a cold blooded 3 to put his team up by 1. Those two possessions sum up Byrd to me. He’s a kid that never gets rattled and never gets too high or too low over any one play. I don’t see any game ever being to big for him. Ultimate next play guy, and the perfect leader for a loaded Silverado squad.
Tavointe Jackson 5’7 Las Vegas – It took me a minute to truly understand what Jackson brings. At 5’7 he is the prototypical jitterbug. More of a scorer than a shooter, Jackson finds a number of ways to get buckets. He can score in transition, is capable of knocking down catch and shoots, and he moves without the ball perhaps better than any guard in the class. Last year he led Las Vegas high school in scoring as a freshmen. Expect him to make an appearance on the updated rankings list this fall.
Jameer Stephens 5’10 Desert Pines – Uzan’s running mate is an intriguing prospect. The skill he can hang his hat on is perimeter defense. He’s a willing defender that loves to challenge ballhandlers. The basketball is going to be in Uzan’s hands most of the time, so Stephens has figured out other ways to contribute. He finishes well in transition and is a scrappy and willing offensive rebounder. Currently he’s playing more of a two guard role, however his future is at the 1.