2027 Rankings: Watch List Guards – Part 2

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["690051"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a507a5f9ada7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='690051' first='Nakiah' last='Berrett'] brings speed, energy, and playmaking ability every time she steps on the floor. She does an excellent job organizing the offense while creating quality opportunities for teammates through smart, timely decisions. Her defensive effort is equally impressive, using quick feet and active hands to pressure opposing guards and force mistakes. Berrett has also become a legitimate perimeter threat, stretching defenses with her shooting and making her an even more complete offensive player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1232896"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a507a5f9ae5d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1232896' first='Anden' last='Demaris'] impacts the game in a variety of ways thanks to her athleticism and relentless motor. Defensively, she applies constant pressure by moving her feet well and making life difficult for opposing ball handlers. Offensively, her explosive first step allows her to attack gaps before defenders can react, and she shines in the open floor by sprinting the lanes and creating transition opportunities. Her ability to contribute on both ends makes her a valuable piece in any lineup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["999634"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a507a5f9aeb6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='999634' first='Simone' last='Brown'] is a fundamentally sound point guard who thrives by making the right play. She attacks with purpose, consistently staying balanced on two feet in the paint, which allows her to finish under control or deliver pinpoint passes to open teammates. Brown keeps her head up throughout every possession, displaying excellent court awareness and a natural ability to facilitate the offense. She also pushes the tempo effectively in transition, helping generate easy scoring opportunities while keeping the offense flowing smoothly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["928149"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a507a5f9aeff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='928149' first='Serenity' last='Castaneda'] has an outstanding feel for running an offense, never appearing rushed while dictating the pace of the game. She attacks the basket with confidence using either hand and has the strength to absorb contact without sacrificing touch around the rim. Her physical style of play regularly puts defenders in difficult positions, leading to trips to the free-throw line where she converts at a high rate. With the ability to score in a variety of ways, Castaneda is a steady offensive weapon capable of taking over stretches of a game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->