With the 2026-2027 high school basketball season officially starting in a few weeks, we take a deep dive into the top ten players by position. Here are the fifteen (15) best combo guards in the Peach State, regardless of class. Keep in mind, these players are not listed in any particular order.
By: Southeast Hoops Report
6-3 CG Chase Lumpkin, McEachern HS (GA)- 2027- Alabama commit
Lumpkin operates more like a combo guard, where his versatile scoring package makes him more of a shooting guard. He can dictate pace by pushing the basketball in transition, as well as making smart decisions in the half-court offense. He can also create his own shot against tight coverage, as well as find efficient scoring opportunities for his teammates. On the defensive end, he plays with a ton of length, where he can disrupt opposing guards from getting any rhythm or a solid look to score. He also creates problems in the passing lanes, as well as showcasing his athleticism when creating havoc around the rim. Overall, his good size and length will be a cornerstone as he will play a variety of roles when he gets to the next level.
6-6 CG Frashad Tisby, Cross Creek HS (GA)- 2027- South Carolina commit
Tisby is a versatile wing who impacts the game across the board with his unique blend of length, athleticism, and skill. On the offensive end, he’s not someone who forces the issue; he operates within the flow, picking his spots. He can knock down shots from beyond the arc, showing a smooth release and good rotation, but he’s also capable when it comes to attacking closeouts. He sees the floor like a point forward at times, making accurate reads in transition and out of the high post, dishing dimes that open up easy looks for teammates. On the defensive end, frame and impressive wingspan allow him to guard multiple positions, disrupt passing lanes, and contest shots effectively, making him a true asset on both ends of the floor. He rarely takes plays off, maintaining a high motor that affects possessions even when he’s not directly involved in the action. Overall, Tisby projects as a high-major starter with the versatility to contribute immediately, likely as a valuable wing who brings more. His defensive potential is legitimate, capable of being a multi-positional stopper. Offensively, he can develop into a consistent scoring threat, especially as his body matures and his offensive repertoire expands. Tisby is a multi-positional guard who could carve out a long professional career due to his coveted blend of size, skill, and defensive instincts.
6-4 CG Akil Robinson, KIPP Atlanta Collegiate (GA)- 2027
Robinson can create his own offense off the bounce and consistently uses his quickness and athleticism to get into the paint. While his perimeter shot remains an area for continued development, Robinson has the physical tools and scoring ability to impact the game in a variety of ways. He is aggressive in transition, he frequently looks to finish above the rim and attack the paint with force. Robinson is also a physical guard with bounce, where he competes with toughness and plays like a one-level athlete who thrives above the rim and sets the tone with his energy.
6-4 CG Isaiah Chandler, North Cobb Christian (GA)- 2027– Alabama-Huntsville commit
Chandler is a skilled guard with good size and above-average athleticism. On the offensive end, he is a three-level scorer whose perimeter shot continues to improve, giving him a versatile offensive skill set. His handle is still developing, as he’s more comfortable attacking in straight lines than changing direction with the ball, and his jump shot is still a work in progress. In transition, Chandler is at his best when it comes to using his length to finish above the rim or kick out to shooters when the defense collapses.
6-1 CG Tate Golden, Milton HS (GA)- 2027- North Georgia commit
Golden does a great job when it comes to pushing the tempo in transition and looks comfortable making reads on the move rather than just running the floor to fill a lane. In the half-court, he shows a feel for pick-and-roll and not just scoring off it. His shot selection is more mature than his age suggests; he’s not settling for difficult jump shots even though he can knock them down at a high rate. He needs to add consistency on the defensive end against quicker, more explosive guards, which will be something to track as he moves up to the next level.
6-2 CG Shawn Evans, Valdosta HS (GA)- 2027
Evans is a slashing guard who is at his best attacking the rim off the dribble and in transition. He plays with a high motor and uses his length and athleticism to finish around the rim on the offensive end. On the defensive end, he plays with a competitive and versatile edge, where he can guard multiple positions. He is also a high-level rebounder who limits the opposition from getting second-chance scoring opportunities.
6-0 CG Calvin Goss, Jonesboro HS (GA)- 2028
Goss brings elite speed and athleticism on the offensive end, which allows him to beat defenders with his quick first step, finishing above the rim. He is also unafraid when it comes to absorbing contact from multiple defenders, and he earns trips to the free-throw line on numerous occasions. On the defensive end, he can guard both on and off the ball at a high level, using his length to be disruptive in the passing lanes. Overall, Goss’s energy and ability to change tempo sets him a part from the rest of the guards in his class.
6-0 CG Jarvis “Juju” Williams, Central (Macon) HS (GA)- 2028
During his freshman season at Central Macon, Williams went on to set a school record with 96 made three-pointers, so we know he is one of the more prolific shooters in the state. He has range that goes well beyond the line, and his release is impeccable; it is difficult for most defenses to handle. Williams has gone well on his way to being one of the more efficient offensive threats not just in his class, but across the entire state. Overall, his elite shooting ability already separates him as a prospect to track closely. As Williams continues to round out his game, expect him to rise quickly on recruiting boards.
6-3 CG Trey Sullivan, The Lovett School (GA)- 2028
Sullivan is a true three-level scorer; he can knock down perimeter shots, create offense in the mid-range, and attack the basket effectively. He possesses a good feel for the game, makes smart decisions with the basketball, and understands how to impact winning in a variety of ways. On the defensive end, he plays with toughness and confidence, consistently competing on both ends of the floor. He does a good job getting into the paint, where he can finish, absorb contact from multiple defenders, or create opportunities for teammates.
6-5 CG Jagger Whitty, Pebblebrook HS (GA)- 2028
Whitty is coming off an impressive summer playing with Pro One Basketball Club on the Under Armour circuit. Overall, he is a scoring wing with good size who can put the ball in the basket at all three levels. He has a good feel for the game, is a better-than-average athlete, and has plenty of potential to rise in the 2028 recruiting class. Whitty’s overall feel and offensive versatility make him a prospect to watch moving forward.
6-3 CG Jackson Harrison, Milton HS (GA)- 2027– Charleston Southern commit
Harrison is a high-level perimeter shot maker with a quick release and excellent shot preparation. Harrison knows how to use screens effectively to create opportunities for himself as well as his teammates off the catch and is also capable of creating offense off the bounce. He can handle the ball on all three scoring levels when needed and has the potential to play as a secondary ball handler in certain situations. Overall, he has showed noticeable growth as a secondary ball handler and playmaker throughout the summer playing with Atlanta Celtics on the Adidas circuit, demonstrating improved decision-making and playing with a hard-nosed edge on the defensive end.
6-2 CG Zaiden Nelson, Peach County HS (GA)- 2029
The 6-foot-2 sophomore guard is a skilled lead guard who is very good with the ball in his hands. He is a creative finisher, a good passer, and a capable playmaker when operating on the perimeter. On the defensive end, Nelson showcases that he has good quickness and also changes speeds when guarding on the ball as well as in the passing lanes. Overall, Nelson could be in line for an early start in his recruitment as he is a Top-10 ranked prospect in the state, according to several recruiting services.
6-5 CG King Araujo, Holy Innocents Episcopal (GA)- 2029
The rising sophomore plays with good length, athleticism and has a high basketball IQ. He is a solid shot maker from the three-point line, where he can be effective both off the catch and off the bounce. He is also capable of being the primary ball-handler when rotations allow the opportunity to present themselves. Araujo is a stock riser in a loaded sophomore class who is already receiving interest from several Division-1 programs such as Alabama-Birmingham among others.
6-5 CG Khalil Harris, Newton HS (GA)- 2029
The 6-foot-5 guard is an explosive scorer both with his back to the basket and from the mid-range on the offensive end. What separates him early is a willingness to play within structure rather than force the issue; he looks for the next pass before he looks for his own shot, which is rare for a player this young with his physical tools. He has become more comfortable attacking in straight lines than changing direction with the ball in his hands, and his jumper continues to remain a work in progress. On the defensive end, his length and mobility combination gives him real defensive versatility, which players his age are still growing into.
6-5 CG Austin Leonard, Grayson HS (GA)- 2029
The 6-foot-5 sophomore guard is a dynamic three-level scorer with a polished offensive arsenal. He can also create offense effortlessly, whether it’s knocking down perimeter shots off the catch or off the bounce, elevating in the mid-range, or finishing through traffic at the rim. On the defensive end, his length continues to be a matchup problem for opposing guards, where it can be disruptive on the perimeter as well as be used to his advantage when snatching down timely rebounds. Leonard is already receiving offers from several Power 4 schools such as Auburn, Florida State, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Oregon, and TCU. Leonard is also coming off an impressive end to his summer on the Nike EYBL circuit, where he averaged 15.9 and 6.6 rebounds per game for JET Academy at Nike’s Peach Jam.
6-4 CG Brayden Wise, North Oconee HS (GA)- 2029
The 6-foot-4 sophomore can be a vital threat on both ends of the floor. On the offensive end, he does a great job when it comes to getting his teammates involved, knocking down catch-and-shoot three-pointers, and displaying a strong feel for the game. On the defensive end, he can apply consistent on-ball pressure, jump the passing lanes with his athleticism, and snatch down timely rebounds, limiting the opposition from getting second-chance scoring opportunities. Overall, Wise brings a high basketball IQ, has good strength, and is a reliable decision-maker who continues to make his teammates better every time he steps onto the floor.
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