POB’s Standouts continues to shine a light on the next wave of young talent, and the Class of 2030 point guards at the Phenom Middle School Elite Camp certainly delivered. Showcasing poise, playmaking instincts, and the ability to control the tempo, this group of floor generals proved they can lead, create for others, and make winning plays in key moments. From confident ball-handling to scoring versatility and court vision, these emerging guards left a strong impression and positioned themselves as names to watch in the years ahead.
2030 Braylen Price
Price was one who quickly stood out in my eyes with his game, as he was big-time with the ball in his hands. I would say the quickest guard in the camp, Price was a true playmaking guard that excelled with his ability to push in transition, get by defenders with ease, create for himself, and do a great job in creating and finding teammates for easy baskets. Price was one of the top point guards that I saw at the event and truly has a special talent with his speed, quick handles, and playmaking ability.
2030 Tristan Highsmith
Highsmith was another point guard who impressed when watching him operate on the court. The point guard had to grab your attention with his handles, showcasing tremendous handles to break down defenders, attack in transition, keep his opponents guessing, and be able to make plays for others. Highsmith proved he can be an effective creator for himself, but I really liked his ability to run the offense and bring value in creating off the bounce, keep the defense guessing, and making plays for others.
2030 Justin Johnson
Johnson has that point guard pedigree in his game; he simply understands the position at a young age and what is needed from him. He plays with confidence and poise with the ball in his hands, capable of running the show in a half-court offense or attacking out in open space. Johnson always played with his head up, looking for his teammates, and shined with his ability to create off the bounce with strong handles.
2030 Nylan Patterson
Patterson may have been the point guard with some of the biggest impact on the court, especially when you talk about both sides of the ball. Patterson was a pest on the defensive end, always finding ways to create pressure, play with active hands, and create turnovers into offense. But he was also a poised point guard in penetrating and making plays overall for himself and for his team.
2030 London Shular
Part of a twin duo that people need to pay attention to and watch as they develop, London Shular continued to thrive in helping lead the charge, playing with poise and craftiness in his game. Shular makes good reads, reads and sees the floor well, makes high IQ plays, and really controls the offense on the court. Shular showcases the ability to break down defenders and use his size to his advantage.
2030 Myles Williams
Another young guard that I really enjoyed watching play, Williams plays with a ton of confidence and swagger, and can back it up with his game. A small guard, he is one who thrives with the ball in his hands, as he not only can be a strong leader in creating for others, but he can also be an effective scoring option with his range and shiftiness. I absolutely loved what he was able to do with the ball in his hands, as well as play off the ball at times in being a threat from behind the arc.