Cassius Winston is a 6-foot-1, 177 pound point guard from University of Detroit Jesuit High School. It is obvious that he is small, but he is quick and shows a lot of heart. He plays like every game is his last. 

Winston is an undeclared point guard. He currently has offers from Michigan State University, University of Maryland, Ohio State University, University of Massachusetts, Iowa State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Colorado, Boston College and University of Michigan. He choices are endless because he could receive even more offers throughout his senior year. Currently, Winston is a junior in his third varsity season with the Cubs. 

Winston showed his skill during a game this season against Detroit East English Village. Winston's squad won 76-72 after the Cubs struggled late in the game. Thankfully, Winston saved the day by scoring 18 of his game-high 33 points in the final 10 minutes of the game. 

After the game, Winston did a great job of being humble and understanding of the fact that his team should not have lost the lead in the first place. To reiterate, U of D lost a 41-29 lead. 

"We didn't come out as sharp as we should have," Winston said after the win. "A lot of mishaps. A lot of it was my fault and a lot of it was the team effort. We just didn't play our best game."

Through his three-year high school career, Winston has scored 528 points and has scored 102 free throws. His numbers will only increase because there are still more games this season, plus the playoffs, and he has all of next year to run the table. 

Winston has been ranked third in the state of Michigan by ESPN.com and 32nd in the ESPN 60, which ranks the top 60 players in the country. He is the sixth-ranked point guard and the fifth ranked player as far as regional rankings go.

INTERVIEW:

Evan Petzold (EP): What is your biggest strength on the court?

Cassius Winston (CW): My biggest strength on the court would be my ability to get everyone involved and putting people in the best situation for them to be successful. 

EP: What is your weakness when it comes to basketball? How will you improve on your weakness?

CW: My weakness is on the defensive end. I struggle with moving my feet and staying totally focused. I have improved but still need to get better. 

EP: When did you first realize that you wanted to play basketball for the rest of your life? Did you ever think you would get this good?

CW: Around sixth or seventh grade, I realized this was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I am still in shock that it took off like this. I was not really expecting it. 

EP: Is their a certain college that you are leaning towards?

CW: As of colleges, I do not know right now. 

EP: How has your high school (teachers, coaches, teammates and ect.) helped you become the ball player you are today?

CW: School, family, and friends give you something to play for. They give you the motivation that is needed to be successful so you can make someone proud. 

EP: Which player (NBA) do you think that you play like?

CW: I do not really model my game after a specific player. I wish I did because it could have made me much more skilled. 

EP: Where do you see yourself exiting college? How high could you be drafted after college? Or is the NBA not an idea you have in mind?

CW: In terms of college and the pros, I am a long way off. I have a lot of work to do to even think about the NBA. We will have to just wait and see. 

EP: But, do you think you have the work ethic to get you there someday?

CW: Yeah! With a lot of hard work and a little luck, I could make it one day. 

EP: What do you have to say to all the youngsters that want to make it to a college basketball level? Any wise words?

CW: Hard work does really pay off. Be patient and continue to work hard. Then,your dreams will come true.