Player: Darnerian Gibson
Class: 2025
School: Winston-Salem Christian
Over the year, we at Phenom Hoops continue to highlight prospects nationwide that should have the attention of college programs of multiple levels.
Gibson is a very productive and effective point guard, especially in what he provides for his team. The 5’10 guard has had some really good performances at Phenom Hoops events, understanding how to lead the charge, be an effective guard out in transition, excelling with his vision and awareness of opportunities, and understanding how to not only score but also facilitate to teammates for easy baskets. Gibson plays with a confident demeanor with the ball in his hands, as he knows how to hurt you in creating off the dribble, scoring over defenders, but also knocking down open shots inside and outside the arc. But with his speed and craftiness, it makes him very dangerous in finding other teammates as well offensively. Defensively, he is incredibly scrappy on the ball, really making it tough on opponents and creating extra opportunities with his ability to create steals and push the other way.
With his sharp instincts and his ability to bring production both offensively and defensively, Gibson is a sneaky prospect who understands how to get the most out of his game on the court.
What Has Been Said:
“Gibson has had two strong weekends and continued that to start the event here in Bermuda Run for the Summer Havoc LIVE. Gibson is just a tough, scrappy guard who plays bigger than listed. He really has become a consistent option, whether it is making hustle plays defensively in being a pest but also being a really good playmaker/scoring option offensively. Brings a nice balance, is quick out in the open floor, and makes plays for himself and others.”
“There were plenty of notable lead guards on display, which certainly includes Gibson and the strides he showcased throughout the weekend. He’s a quick, heady floor general with incredible open-floor speed and a quality array of skills. Gibson displayed the ability to reliably break down his assignment, touch the paint, and finish or set up others. He knocked down jumpers with consistency and applied constant pressure as a transition threat. Gibson also forced turnovers as a defender at the point of attack.”