Top 2022 Illinois PGs
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We now examine the top point guards in the 2022 class! These are the highest ranked prospects at the position in the latest PHI Rankings! Jalen Quinn Jalen Quinn 6'3" | PG Tuscola | 2022 State #136 Nation IL…
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Continue ReadingWe now examine the top point guards in the 2022 class! These are the highest ranked prospects at the position in the latest PHI Rankings!
Jalen Quinn Jalen Quinn 6'3" | PG Tuscola | 2022 State #136 Nation IL (Tuscola)
Ranking: #6
Quinn is the top point guard prospect in the 2022 class. The lefty from central Illinois was outstanding as a distributor all fall with the Illinois Wolves. He is a creative passer that can dish with either hand equally well. Bullet passes in traffic, drive/kick dimes, back door passes, and dump off passes. Also a crisp shooter hitting mid-range jumpers, step backs, and pull up threes.
Jaylen Drane Jaylen Drane 6'2" | PG Simeon | 2022 State IL (Simeon)
Ranking: #8
Drane brings a ton of athleticism to the lead guard spot. He wins off the dribble with his burst getting in the paint where he often finds teammates for scores inside. Also uses his acrobatics to convert at the rim. Pushes well turning steals into points for himself or others.
Tavari Johnson Tavari Johnson 6'0" | PG Lyons Township | 2022 State #171 Nation IL (Lyons)
Ranking: #13
Johnson is a smaller lead guard that is excellent making decisions off ball screens whether it is shooting, dishing, or getting to the rim. Feel for the game and slick handles at the point guard spot. Dynamic ball handler that still hasn’t even played a varsity game in high school, but is being pursued by D1 programs.
Justin King Justin King 6'4" | PG Mascoutah | 2022 State IL (Mascoutah)
Ranking: #15
We have seen King quite a few times over the fall and winter. The rangy Mascoutah 2022 point guard showed flashes of an improved consistency on his jump shot stopping and popping for buckets. At times it can be a bit of a line drive shot but has a chance to be a sound shooter from the lead guard spot especially off the dribble. Gets in the lane with his shifty handles for layups and runners.
Donovan Jones Donovan Jones 6'0" | PG Solorio | 2022 IL (Solorio)
Ranking: #19
Jones is a big bodied combo guard that is effective playing both on and off the ball. Brings athleticism, strength, and three level scoring pop to the table. Solid shooter from the lead guard spot with the ability to get to the rim with burst.
Cooper Noard Cooper Noard 6'2" | PG Glenbrook South | 2022 State IL (Glenbrook South)
Ranking: #20
Elite level shooter that was lights out throughout the fall. He connects on threes pulling up, off the catch, and side stepping for triples. Hits mid-range shots and turnaround jumpers with ease. Gets in lane for runners and is a rock steady decision maker as a passer.
Damari Wheeler-Thomas Damari Wheeler-Thomas 6'0" | PG Larkin | 2022 State IL (Larkin)
Ranking: #23
The Larkin point guard is quick and shifty with the rock in his hands. He changes gears and directions in a split second. Speed with the rock in the open floor. Sound perimeter jump shooter. Active hands on the defensive end creating turnovers.
Zeke Williams Zeke Williams 6'3" | SG Naperville North | 2022 State IL (Naperville North)
Ranking: #34
Williams is a 6’3” combo guard that can play on and off the ball. Dual sport athlete has a long and wiry frame. Pushes it well in the open floor grabbing defensive rebounds and using his speed to go the other way. Capable shooter with stop and pop mid-range jumpers. Brings creativity off the bounce with his handles winning off the dribble.