BOYS TEAM

USA TODAY High School Sports has unveiled the All-USA Boys Basketball Teams for the 2018-19 season as selected by the USA TODAY Sports staff in consultation with high school coaches and recruiting experts.

Visit usatodayhss.com for player of the year and coach of the year interviews, in-depth analysis and honorable mention selections.

PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Sharife Cooper, McEachern (Ga.), Point Guard, 6-0/160, Undecided

Cooper, a junior who is ranked No. 3 overall in USA TODAY Sports’ Chosen 25, led No. 2 McEachern to a perfect 32-0 record and the first boys basketball state title in the school’s history. Cooper averaged 28.6 points, 8.7 assists, six rebounds and 4.1 steals per game this season, including four 40point games. In nine wins over Super 25 opponents this season, Cooper averaged 25 points, nine assists, six rebounds and three steals.

COACH OF THE YEAR

Mike Thompson, McEachern (Ga.)

Thompson led the Indians to their first-ever state title in boys basketball in one of the toughest states in the country, going 32-0. The Indians won titles at prestigious events like the Bass Pro Tournament of Champions and the City of Palms Classic. Thompson led McEachern to nine victories over Super 25 opponents this season and the No. 2 ranking in the Super 25.