2027’s Top Rising Freshmen (Pt.2)

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Kavian's jump shooting mechanics are impeccable, showing perfect elevation that consistently provides him a clean shooting window even when being contested. Textbook shooting form and releases with a soft touch on his shots. When driving to the basket, Bryant efficiently takes two dribbles to get into the teeth of the defense. 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