Top Sharpshooters for the 2026 Class Part II
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The importance of shooting has never been more important than it has been now. Many teams base their identity solely on three-point shooting because of the number of opportunities it opens for everyone else. We have players who are elite…
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Continue ReadingThe importance of shooting has never been more important than it has been now. Many teams base their identity solely on three-point shooting because of the number of opportunities it opens for everyone else. We have players who are elite when it comes to shooting basketball. Here are my top sharpshooters for the 2026 class part II!
Burnam can do many different things on the offensive end but when it comes to shooting it can open his game up even more. His high release paired with his 6’4″ size allows him to shoot over most defenders. Burnam needs little room to get his shot off. He is automatic on the wings and likes to come off of pick-n-pops for the catch-and-shoot three. His range beyond the arc must be respected as he can hit those shots from far distances.
Hart is a sniper from downtown who can hit some very deep, tough shots that most players wouldn’t dare to shoot. The lefty has a smooth release with contests doing very little to alter his shot. He will look to break you down off the dribble to hit the step-back three. Hart must be guarded the second he passes half-court as he will not hesitate to pull-up from that range. Even on the fast-break, Hart can hit the tough pull-up three-pointer.
Gregory is a catch-and-shoot machine and can hit any shot you set in front of him. His impressive footwork gives him the advantage of always knowing when he is behind or in front of the three-point line. He will not hesitate for a second once the ball is given to him for a catch-and-shoot shot. Gregory’s favorite shot seems to be the corners and will find creative ways to get open in that area. His pull-up shots are also efficient, especially in the midrange.
Nayar has a quick release point that needs little to no room to get off. Contests do very little to affect his shot and he likes to come off of catch-and-shoot opportunities. Nayar is excellent at moving without the basketball coming off of off-ball screens. His range can extend a couple of steps back from the three-point line. He can use his crafty handles to weave in and out of traffic to get any shot he wants.
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Jones is a creative shot-maker with and without the basketball. His ability to make tough contested shots seems to be his greatest skill. He will not hesitate to pull up from well beyond the three-point line. He can use his handles to get space and hit fading-away shots. Jones thrives in coming off of off-ball screens from his teammates to set him up in the corners. His smooth and quick release makes it difficult to get a good contest.