Bruce’s Best: Top Ballhandlers
I’m biased. When I played I was a PG and I truly believe the ability to get anywhere on the floor with the dribble is one of the most important skills a player can have. Being creative off the bounce,…
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Continue ReadingI’m biased. When I played I was a PG and I truly believe the ability to get anywhere on the floor with the dribble is one of the most important skills a player can have. Being creative off the bounce, quick COD’s and the ability to start and stop on a dime are all traits of solid ballhandlers. In this article, PH takes a look at some of the top ballhandlers in Nevada.
Keshon Gilbert 6’2 PG Durango 2021 (#6PHN 2021) – The list starts with Gilbert. The UNLV recruit is a maestro with ball. He has a quick COD and can stop on a dime. His best move is probably his pull back cross over, as he creates a ton of space with it. He has perhaps the best combination of quickness and ballhandling of any player in the state.
Damion Byrd 5’10 PG Silverado 2022 (#6PHN 2022) – Byrd is what I call a fundamental ballhandler. He doesn’t use a ton of flashy moves, however, he performs all of them equally well. Right to left crossovers, between the legs COD’s and flawless behind the back dribbles, are all in DB’s repertoire, and he uses them effectively.
Milos Uzan 6’3 PG Desert Pines 2022 (#3PHN 2022) – Uzan is an effortless ballhandler. It’s not just his ability to change of direction, but also his ability to be strong with the ball in the face of pressure. It’s almost pointless to press DP this season because not only can Uzan make you pay off the dribble, but he can also complete the play by making the correct decision on the other end.
Nathan Van 6’2 PG Desert Oasis 2020 (#28PHN 2020) – I gave Nathan the nickname Magician, and it seems appropriate. He is efficient changing directions with both hands and has the ability to change heights and speeds to create separation. Like Uzan, press Van at your own risk. He displays a tight handle in traffic and can split double teams leading to numbers on the other end.
Xakime Milton 5’8 PG Centennial 2021 (#35PHN 2021) – Xakime makes this list because he is perhaps the fastest player with the ball in his hand. He may not have as tight of handle as the other players on the list, but how tight does your handle need to be when you’re running at Mach 10? Milton displays a nice right to left crossover and has shown the ability to get to any spot he wants on the floor.