"Explosive Scorer with Game-Changing Athleticism"

Javonte Ford, Wing/SG

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6’4, 170 lbs, Class of 2026

Pleasant Hill HS, LA

Javonte shifts the entire flow of a game the moment he steps on the floor. A wing with explosive athleticism and a fearless mindset, he can light it up from anywhere, whether it’s pulling up in the midrange, raising threes, or finishing with authority at the rim. His ability to attack in transition is lethal, beating defenders down the floor, turning defense into quick offense with highlight finishes that energize his team and the crowd. Defensively, his length and motor allow him to guard multiple positions, rebound in traffic, and make hustle plays that turn momentum. What separates Javonte is that he isn’t just a scorer; he’s a competitor who thrives in big moments and impacts both ends of the floor.

Averaging over 22 points per game, he’s already established himself as one of the most dangerous scoring threats in Louisiana. His biggest improvements have come from expanding his offensive arsenal, becoming more consistent from three-point range, while also elevating his ability to finish through contact. That growth showed during the playoffs, where he was a key piece in driving Pleasant Hill to a championship game appearance. This offseason, his focus has been on tightening ball-handling and elevating his perimeter shooting, ensuring he becomes even tougher to guard.

Javonte plays with passion and edge that every coach dreams of. He brings relentless effort, competes with fire, and embraces the responsibility of being a leader and top scorer. He thrives on big plays, a steal into a fast break, a dunk that changes the crowd’s energy, or a bucket that stops a run. For him, adversity is just more fuel, and he channels it into proving himself on the court. With another season ahead, he’s locked in on chasing a state championship and proving once again that his combination of scoring punch, athleticism, and two-way ability is built for the next level.

I assess that Javonte’s game translates naturally to the college level with his ability to create offense in multiple ways and defend across positions. His mix of explosive finishing, versatile scoring, and defensive motor makes him the type of player who can immediately impact winning for a program.

Expect Javonte to continue elevating his all-around game while being the centerpiece of Pleasant Hill’s pursuit of another title run. His competitive fire, growing offensive versatility, and relentless energy give him the ceiling to become a nightmare matchup and a valuable addition to any roster.