Top 5 Shooters to Watch
In professional basketball, a knock–down shooter is a hot commodity. Being able to get the ball in the hoop from anywhere on the floor is almost a lost art. … Move without the ball and know where your teammates are.
A knockdown shooter is a great asset to have in the arsenal as a coach. There’s nothing better than knowing you have a guy that you can kick the ball out to that’s a guaranteed swish when left wide open. Every championship team had one: Steve Kerr and Tony Kukoc in Chicago, Derek Fisher and Robert Horry in LA, LeBron’s platoon of shooters in Miami that included one of the best of all time in Ray Allen, and now Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson in Golden State.
They always play a big role in how effective the offense operates. The shooter may not be the main guy, but as the game plan is conducted offensively around the superstar, the shooter is always put in position to be seen by the player with the ball just in case he gets into trouble. But just how he’s an effective role in the offense, the opponent has him/her dotted as a red X on their clipboard (well at least they should).
Class of 2019 and Richland High School standout 6’4 guard Colten Northop is one of the most underrated guards in the state of Washington. He is long, athletic and has the ability to handle the ball against small guards. In some of his more recent tournament play he has shown that he can also knock down tough shots in tough situations. With an increasing skill-set and a great coaching staff at his disposal he will continue to build on his abilities.
Class of 2018 6’3 point guard Khyree Armstead is a true floor general. Has great size at the point guard position and can slide over to the combo guard slot as well as the 3. Very unselfish, makes the smart plays and is knocking down open jumpers at a high rate. Displayed above average court vision, defensive awareness and sneaky athleticism on several plays. Sleeper prospect that could be bound for a breakout junior season.
Class of 2019 6’4 point guard Griffin Effenberger has been making a name for himself on the circuit. Griffin is one of the most underrated guards in the state of Washington. He is long, athletic and has the ability to handle the ball against small guards. In some of his more recent tournament play he has shown that he can also knock down tough shots in tough situations. With an increasing skill-set and a great coaching staff at his disposal he will continue to build on his abilities.
Max Rice is a 6’4 swingman who suited up with Washington Supreme on the UA Circuit. He is a dynamic shooter out of Bishop Kelly High School in Boise City, Idaho. The All-USA Idaho Boys Team standout has been making a name for himself since he walked in as a skinny long freshman. He has a quick release, which in conjunction with his height and length he can virtually shoot over anybody. He is a hardnosed defender who can play multiple positions at a high level. His handle has improved since last year, which will help him at the next level. Getting his shot off was never an issue neither was showing up in big game and taking the big shot. In a district game last year against Middleton High. Max scored 30 points and grabbed seven rebounds, which by most was his best high school games.
One of the most underrated 2018 Washington state prospects is 6-4 Timberline guard, Erik Stevenson. Stevenson is a very balanced guard that can shoot, pass, rebound and play defense. His length and speed are traits that make him one of the better athletes in the state. He has a very good vertical that gives him the ability to finish above the rim and block opponents shots as well. Stevenson also has a knack of knowing when to pass instead of shoot as well.