Denver Carlton is a 5’10 combo guard from Virginia in the Class of 2026, competing with Team Durant EYBL and St. James WBB.
She pairs strong academics with a mature on-court presence, consistently impacting games through scoring, playmaking, and defense.
Carlton plays with confidence and control, showing comfort against elite competition while embracing leadership responsibilities.
Strengths:
Carlton’s offensive versatility allows her to score at all three levels.
She attacks closeouts, finishes through contact, and knocks down jumpers with confidence.
Her handle is tight, her pace is controlled, and she sees the floor well as a secondary playmaker.
Defensively, she competes, anticipates passing lanes, and rebounds her position.
Her feel for the game and toughness consistently show.
Areas to Improve:
Continued strength development will help against physical defenders. Improving three-point efficiency off movement and maintaining aggressive scoring mentality will elevate her impact.
Projected Role:
Carlton projects as a rotational guard early with the upside to grow into a dependable starter who can score, defend, and manage tempo within a college system.
Full Report:
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