Top-5’s in 2021: Most Versatile
With the possibility of losing the entire AAU season this year, I will try and mention all 115 juniors ranked. I like to take a look at my annual “Top-5’s”. Every player has their 1 skill they usually excel at. …
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Continue ReadingWith the possibility of losing the entire AAU season this year, I will try and mention all 115 juniors ranked.
I like to take a look at my annual “Top-5’s”.
Every player has their 1 skill they usually excel at.
It’s just a fun way to take a look at players’ elite skills in different categories.
We move over to the 12 players who are very versatile. These are the players who can play and defend multiple positions and bring different skills to the court then a typical player. My top-5 in this particular category could of been on many lists, but that’s what makes them versatile!
Here are my Top-5:
1. Jason Elder Jason Elder 6'6" | SF Phhoenix Prep | 2022 State AZ (Cienega)
-Easily the least known of the top-5 but he essentially plays PG for his HS then will come down and defend the 1-5 for the Bobcats. He makes plays for others and blocks shots, rebounds and scores it many ways.
2. Kevin Kogbara Kevin Kogbara 6'6" | PF Skyline Prep | 2022 AZ (Peoria)
-He almost got the nod for top spot as he can essentially play the 1-5 for the Panthers as well. He defends post players and can defend some wings/guards. He shoots the 3 then will sling a beautiful pass to a teammate. Very strong to rebound with a nice handle.
3. Moses Demalek Moses Demalek 6'7" | PF Paradise Valley | 2021 State AZ (Paradise Valley)
-Another point forward type for the Trojans. He has a thick body and can shoot the 3 plus make impressive passes. He defends the 2-5 and plays all 5 positions too.
4. DaRon Holmes II DaRon Holmes II 6'8" | PF Montverde Academy | 2021 State #44 Nation FL (Millennium)
-He could of been in like 5+ categories, which made him perfect for this one. The nationally ranked player can defend most anyone in HS and is a very good shot blocker. He shoots the 3, handles it decently and scores it inside. A true 2-way player.
5. Arthur Kaluma Arthur Kaluma 6'7" | PF Dream City Christian | 2021 State #38 Nation AZ (Dream City Christian)
-Another nationally ranked player has many tools to like. He is one of the stronger forwards in the country and handles the ball well. He defends the 3-5 and is an exceptional passer. He scores it mostly in the paint but can hit perimeter shots.
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1. Elijah Thomas Elijah Thomas 6'5" | SF Skyline Prep | 2022 AZ (Valley Vista)
-A fast rising wing forward plays the 2-5 for the Monsoon. He has a pretty 3-ball, pull-up but then defends better than most posts to block shots and rebound with a high motor and athleticism. He just missed the top-5 group.
2. Jose Miguel Jose Miguel 6'4" | SF Heritage Maricopa | 2021 State AZ (Sequoia Pathway)
-A versatile wing who can play 3-4 positions in a pinch. He is a very underrated passer and a very good rebounder. He has a feathery touch from deep and a high IQ.
3. Jacob Enriquez Jacob Enriquez 6'4" | SF Phhoenix Prep | 2021 State AZ (Hamilton)
-A longer wing forward can play the 2-5 for the Huskies and defend all positions.
4. Jamison Kay Jamison Kay 6'5" | SF Gila Ridge | 2021 State AZ (Gila Ridge)
-A true combo-guard can play the 1-3. He is a very good shooter plus passer. He also can defend multiple positions.
5. Joshua Fletcher Joshua Fletcher 6'3" | SF Taylor Made Prep | 2021 State AZ (Estrella Foothills)
-A tough and physical forward can play inside with the post players than take it outside and handle the ball like a guard.
Final-2 of the 115 juniors ranked:
1. Alex Gaylor (Paradise Valley)
-Probably a natural 4-man but is versatile to play the 3 and 5 for the Trojans. He didn’t get the chance to showcase his skills with an injury after his transfer but he’ll breakout next year.
2. Dante White Dante White 6'1" | SG Higley | 2021 AZ (Higley)
-A thicker guard who can play the 2-4 in a pinch. He can defend all those positions with his length and strength. He had to sit out the year with the prior contact transfer rule and look for him to also breakout. The Knights should be better with him on the court.