Summer’s Best: Versatile Shooters

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Hoops Expo MD &amp; the DMV Freshmen Showcase is coming soon! 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We'll cover top defenders, best playmakers, elite scorers, hottest shooters, and more! Today, we'll be analyzing the area's most versatile shooters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2252277"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6888f04d997f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">BJ has certainly become one of the best pure shooters in Baltimore, if not Maryland. His movement off-the-ball leading into his shots is impressive to see. BJ runs off two, sometimes three screens or actions to shake loose. With great footwork BJ catches and fires with accuracy more times then not. He can heat up in a hurry and has improved his ability to shoot off the dribble as well. BJ will look for pullups inside the arc, but is most dangerous from outside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2547171"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6888f04d99847"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Elijah has a reliable jumpshot and likes to shoot with space. He has shown moments where he can get hot and score in a hurry. Eli has a sneaky handle that he uses at times to shake off the defense and rise into his shot. Shoots the ball with confidence regardless of if he makes or misses. Elijah has some parts to his game to refine but the jumpshot has always been a staple for the Ryken prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1782586"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6888f04d99890"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aidan is one of the most versatile shooters in the state as he sees his stock continue to rise. He gets to his bag in the midrange area, creating shots for himself with the shifty handle or in the mid-post. Aidan has always been a top shooter, but now his offensive game is very well-rounded. He can heat up quickly now from beyond the arc by spotting up or through P&amp;R action. If the defense plays him high and tight, he has the ability to make a move and rise into his jumpshot closer in.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2722713"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6888f04d998d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Marlon can light up the defense with or without space at times. Good height for a guard, does well at shooting over contests with his quick and high release point. Marlon has no problem putting the ball on the floor and taking a couple dribbles to get into his jumper. He is comfortable taking a lot of shots as the main player on his team. Does a good job creating efficient looks for himself throughout the game. Adjusts to the defense well and always pops off for 20+ or close-to due to his limitless range and confidence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553565"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6888f04d99916"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nazir jumped out to me as a natural pure shooter the first time I caught him in Baltimore. He has a good sense for finding spots on the perimeter where his team can find him. Nazir knew how to set-catch-and-fire early on in his high school career, and his game has since expanded offensively. He likes to mix it up and get inside the line. Nazir's shown consistency in taking a couple dribbles inside and pulling up in the mid-range. Lots of potential to grow as a scorer but already stamped as a knockdown shooter in the area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->