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<p>The Great Lakes Finals featured no shortage of elite shot-makers, as multiple guards and wings caught fire throughout the weekend in Chicago. From explosive eight-three performances to versatile stretch forwards spacing the floor, these players separated themselves with confidence, range, and the ability to change games instantly from beyond the arc.</p>
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<p><strong>Qyntin Woods – Phenom United 2029</strong></p>
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<p>Woods delivered one of the most electric individual shooting performances of the entire event. The dynamic combo guard buried eight three-pointers in showcase play while constantly keeping defenders off balance. Woods is far more than just a shooter, though. He pairs his elite perimeter jumper with plus athleticism, a creative handle, and the ability to create offense for himself in multiple ways. Defenders quickly learned that giving him even a sliver of space was a dangerous gamble. Woods proved he is one of the premier young scoring guards in attendance.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3635131' first='Bernard' last='Gnjatic'] – [program_tooltip program_id='2078667' first='TNBA' last=''] Select 2027</strong></p>
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<p>Gnjatic turned in another unforgettable shooting display during a highly competitive matchup against All In Denard. The sharpshooting wing scorched the nets for eight triples while showcasing one of the quickest releases at the event. What stood out most was his ability to get shots off while constantly in motion. Whether sprinting off flare screens, pin-downs, or relocating in transition, Gnjatic consistently found ways to create clean looks. His confidence and pure shot-making ability made him one of the toughest covers of the weekend.</p>
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<p><strong>Mikey White – All In 2027</strong></p>
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<p>Saturday night belonged to Mikey White, as he matched the event high with eight made three-pointers of his own. White displayed deep range and a fearless mentality as a scorer, knocking down shots from well beyond the arc. Despite standing at 5-foot-9, he plays with toughness and aggression while handling pressure defense effectively. White also showed good vision as a passer and operated comfortably with the ball in his hands. His quick release and ability to heat up in a hurry firmly established him as one of the top shooters at Great Lakes Finals.</p>
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<p><strong>JJ Nash – Zero Fears 2028</strong></p>
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<p>Nash enjoyed a breakout showing during Saturday afternoon showcase action. The long 6-foot-2 guard knocked down five three-pointers while impacting the game on both ends of the floor. Nash has a fluid and compact shooting stroke that projects well long term, especially in catch-and-shoot situations. Defensively, his length and activity stood out throughout the weekend. With his combination of size, shooting, and defensive upside, Nash continues to emerge as an intriguing three-and-D wing prospect in the 2028 class.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2442190' first='Nicholas' last='Konchan'] – [program_tooltip program_id='2078374' first='Full' last='Package'] 2027</strong></p>
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<p>The 6-foot-8 stretch forward showcased his shooting touch once again by connecting on five triples Saturday afternoon. Konchan spaces the floor naturally and thrives in pick-and-pop situations or as a catch-and-shoot option on the perimeter. He consistently boxes out, rebounds his position well, and provides valuable versatility offensively. As he continues to add strength and physicality, Konchan's blend of size and perimeter skill should make him an increasingly sought-after prospect moving forward.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125588' first='Bennett' last='Kammes'] – [program_tooltip program_id='2076459' first='Breakaway' last=''] Gold 2027</strong></p>
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<p>Kammes may not have posted the same gaudy numbers as others on this list, but he still impressed evaluators with his consistency and confidence from beyond the arc. He moved extremely well without the basketball, constantly relocating and curling off screens much like Stephen Curry. Kammes already holds a Division II offer from Roosevelt University, and his ability to stretch defenses should continue attracting college attention. His off-ball movement and clean shooting mechanics make him a dangerous perimeter threat every time he steps on the floor.</p>
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<p><strong>Jakaris Shelton – [program_tooltip program_id='2078667' first='TNBA' last=''] 2027</strong></p>
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<p>Shelton brought speed, toughness, and shot-making to [program_tooltip program_id='2078667' first='TNBA' last='']'s championship run. The lightning-quick 5-foot-5 guard consistently punished defenses that left him open, knocking down multiple three-pointers from deep range both off the catch and dribble. As the weekend progressed, Shelton became increasingly difficult to contain thanks to his pace and competitiveness. He also played a major role in breaking pressure defense by himself and was relentless defensively. His energy and perimeter shooting were critical pieces in [program_tooltip program_id='2078667' first='TNBA' last=''] capturing the Gold Championship.</p>
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<p><strong>Nick Brzezniak – MW Renegades 2027</strong></p>
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<p>Brzezniak continued to show why his combination of size and perimeter skill is so intriguing. The mobile 6-foot-7 forward stretched the floor with timely three-pointers while also contributing heavily on the glass. He moved well in space, even pushing the break at times, and consistently played with toughness around the basket. Brzezniak's patience offensively and ability to space the floor make him a difficult matchup for opposing frontcourts. His versatility gives him significant upside as a modern stretch forward prospect.</p>
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The Great Lakes Finals featured no shortage of elite shot-makers, as multiple guards and wings caught fire throughout the weekend in Chicago. From explosive eight-three performances to versatile stretch forwards spacing the floor, these players separated themselves with confidence, range, and the ability to change games instantly from beyond the arc.
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