Bruce’s Best: Power Guards
Who doesn’t love speed and power? Throw in a little skill like shooting or driving, and you’ve got a power player. In this article, PH takes a look at some of the top returning power guards in Nevada. Ta’quan Dillion…
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Continue ReadingWho doesn’t love speed and power? Throw in a little skill like shooting or driving, and you’ve got a power player. In this article, PH takes a look at some of the top returning power guards in Nevada.
Ta’quan Dillion Hodges Ta’quan Dillion Hodges 6'0" | SG Rancho | 2021 State NV 6’0 SF Rancho 2021 (#32PHN 2021) – TDH isn’t necessarily a physical specimen, however he has a mature frame and excels at playing bully ball. His signature skill is his driving to the basket. He gives and can take contact well, and can finish despite it.
Jalen Cunningham Jalen Cunningham 6'3" | SG Coronado | 2021 State NV 6’3 SG Foothill 2021 (#36PHN 2021) – Cunningham is built similar to Braggs. Stong muscular frame complete with definition. Cunningham has the opportunity to blossom into a very good 3 and D player. He is a knockdown shooter, but with great lateral quickness and upper body strength to wall off perimeter drives.
Jonathan Braggs Jonathan Braggs 6'3" | SG Bishop Gorman | 2021 State NV 6’3 SG Bishop Gorman 2021 (#10PHN 2021) – Braggs has a powerful upper body frame, complete with definition in both the shoulders and biceps. His signature skill is his knockdown ability in catch and shoot situations. He’s almost a specialist with the majority of his shot attempts coming from behind the 3 pt line.
Azavier Johnson Azavier Johnson 6'4" | CG Faith Lutheran | 2021 State NV 6’4 PG Faith Lutheran 2021 (#9PHN 2021) – Johnson is as they used to say “County Strong” He’s a power PG that delivers blows on his drives. His signature skill is his passing ability as, he sees the floor well, is unselfish and is a good decision-maker.
Jayven Jones Jayven Jones 6'1" | SG Centennial | 2022 State NV 6’1 SG Centennial 2022 (#39PHN 2022) – A player that could be a big pick up from the JV level next season is Jayven Jones Jayven Jones 6'1" | SG Centennial | 2022 State NV . He is a pure bully power guard. Centennial had a pretty deep backcourt so it was unrealistic to think the sophomore was going to play last season, plus he needs to show improvement in his outside shooting. If he does, I expect him to validate his spot on this list.