AAU Round Up: 16U Shooters Who Caught My Attention

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article, I feature five shooters in the 16U Division at the PUMA NXT Pro who were lighting it up from beyond the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2374256"],"_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-6a0266d2c5615"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2374256' first='Clark' last='Elliott'] put pressure on the defense all weekend long. He utilizes his IQ and instincts to get to where he wants to go, while staying patient. Letting opponents overplay him at times to set up his shot. I also liked how he was draining shots from downtown. His form looked good, and he let it go with a ton of confidence. Expect him to be a prospect who can make some noise during the live period next weekend. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2972429"],"_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-6a0266d2c5690"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2972429' first='Hudson' last='Lander'] (pictured) was another Prominent Elite 16U guard who was hunting shots. He is capable of burying both jumpers and triples, making him a notable threat on offense, as he can take a dribble or two before pulling up. While also showing signs of being a high-percentage catch-and-shoot guy. As a defender, he utilized his frame and strength to bother his matchup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2398659"],"_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-6a0295427bcae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2398659' first='Dayesun' last='Collier'] is a sharpshooter who must be respected any time he's got space on the perimeter. He's got a quick trigger and will release it before defenders close out. I also like how consistent he is with his shooting stroke, and it paid dividends as well. He was draining 3-pointers on Sunday in their matchup with Prominent Elite.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2393593"],"_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-6a0295427bd16"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2393593' first='Anthony' last='Ayon'] is an agile guard that leaves defenders in the dust his way to the cup thanks to his burst. From there, he can convert tough finishes, and he's able to absorb contact. Beyond his driving skills, he can get it done from 3-point land, and fills it up in a hurry when he really gets going.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2389676"],"_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-6a0295427bd6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2389676' first='RJ' last='Henderson'] gave Denver's Next All-Stars even more firepower on the offensive end. He can move around off ball and get open for catch and shoot chances. While also sharing the rock with his teammates, and getting assists when they have a cleaner look. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->