2020-2021 Nebraska Class A Pre-Season Assist Leaders (Top 10)

With the high school basketball season right around the corner, student-athletes are eager to get back on the hardwood to chase a state title. Below are the Nebraska Class A top ten assist leaders. These are some of the finest dime-droppers in the Midwest.  (APG = Assists Per Game) Chucky HepburnChuckyHepburn6'1" | PGBellevue West | 2021State#77NationNE  6.5 APG | 6’1" | PG | Bellevue West | 2021 | Grassroots Team: Team Factory UA Rise Hepburn is ranked 2nd in the State of Nebraska and is on pace to win back to back state championships. The Wisconsin commit has had a great offseason in the weight room and looks like he will continue to be a force to be reckoned with. Gage StengerGageStenger6'1" | PGMillard South | 2022StateNE  5.1 APG | 6’1" | PG | Millard South | 2022 | Grassroots Team: Team Factory U16 UA Rise Ranked 25th in Nebraska Class A action, Stenger is what many know as a quiet assassin on the basketball court. Stenger is the type of player that will fill whatever role that’s needed to be filled for his team to win. Jadin JohnsonJadinJohnson6'4" | PGMillard North | 2021StateNE  4.6 APG | 6’4" | PG | Millard North | 2021 | Grassroots Team: OSA Crusaders 17u Adidas 3SSB Gauntlet The Old Dominion commit plays the game of basketball with a high IQ. Johnson is a solid point guard that sets his teammates up for glory. His offensive skill set is strong. On the defensive end, he disrupts the opposing guards. Denim JohnsonDenimJohnson6'1" | CGOmaha Central | 2021StateNE  4.6 APG | 6’1" | CG | Omaha Central | 2021 | Grassroots Team: OSA Crusaders 17u Adidas 3SSB Johnson is a state favorite. This young man is very impressive in every aspect of the game. Denim is very athletic and plays like he is seven feet tall standing 6'1". A fantastic addition for any team on any level. Saint ThomasSaintThomas6'6" | SFMillard North | 2021StateNE  4.2 APG | 6’6" | SF | Millard North | 2021 | Grassroots Team: OSA Crusaders 17u Adidas 3SSB If you're looking for a player who can destroy the defense with a great deal of finesse, then Thomas is your guy. Extremely coachable and detail-oriented, Saint is by far one of the best recruiter choices in the state of Nebraska. Carter GlenCarterGlen5'11" | CGLincoln East | 2021NE  4.2 APG | 5’11" | CG | Lincoln East | 2021 Glen is a left-handed point guard that is praised for his superb court vision. He can finish plays in heavy traffic and makes an excellent floor general. Look for Carter to continue to excel and advance to the next level. Hunter SallisHunterSallis6'4" | CGMillard North | 2021State#8NationNE  3.8 APG | 6’4" | CG | Millard North | 2021 | Grassroots Team: OSA Crusaders 17u Adidas 3SSB Sallis is very talented and is currently the top recruit for Nebraska's class of 2021. He has received offers from the best division 1 programs in the country. One game shy of a state championship last year, he is looking to destroy anyone who tries to stop him from becoming a state champion this season. Justin SittiJustinSitti6'0" | PGOmaha Creighton Prep | 2021StateNE  3.8 APG | 6’0" | PG | Omaha Creighton Prep | 2021Grassroots Team: Team Factory Gold Justin is a primetime point guard. He can score, dish, or play without the ball in his hands. He had an excellent summer for his grassroots team and is looking forward to being a top contender for a state championship. Blake StengerBlakeStenger5'11" | CGMillard South | 2021StateNE 3.6 APG | 5’11" | CG | Millard South | 2021 Ranked in the top 100 players in the state of Nebraska, Stenger has impressed coaches with his ability to play the guard position with poise and toughness. Blake is projected to be one of the most surprising athletes this upcoming season. Sam HoibergSamHoiberg6'0" | PGLincoln Pius X | 2021StateNE 3.5 APG | 6’0" | PG | Lincoln Pius X | 2021 Hoiberg is an excellent shooter who also understands the philosophy of the drive and kick method. Sam's skill-set opens the floor up for teammates and makes the defense think twice about leaving him unpressured.