Shooters, Scorers, and Shot Makers to Know from PRO16 Richmond

The PUMA PRO16 circuit rolled into Richmond, Virginia with a talented 17U field ready to make the most of an important live-period opportunity with college coaches evaluating every possession and high-level matchups throughout the weekend. From polished scorers and dynamic playmakers to versatile wings and relentless defenders, several prospects rose above the competition with consistent production and game-changing plays. Here we take a look at some of the 2027 standouts who made the strongest impressions.    Quincy Baker stood out as bucket getter who could heat up and score in bunches. A truly tough shot taker but an even deadlier shot maker. Baker's ability to consistently get to his spots and score in the mid-range on pull-up jumpers, even when heavily defended or contested, set him apart. Baker's knack for snaking in front of defenders, getting them on his hip, and penetrating the teeth of the defense allowed him to generate fouls while creating quality scoring opportunities.     A pure shooter who let it fly in defenders' faces with full elevation, balance, and confidence behind a lightning-quick trigger from three-point range. His shot pocket stayed high throughout his motion, flowing straight into the release with virtually no wasted movement. Defenses couldn't afford late or short closeouts because of how fluid he transitioned from the catch into his jumper. Seale also possesses the positional size of an ideal shooting guard or small forward, showing a strong frame capable of absorbing or delivering contact while making quick, decisive reads off the dribble.     A lethal spot-up and transition three-point shooter who sprinted the floor with purpose, filled lanes correctly, and maintained precise spacing, making himself an immediate catch-and-shoot threat on the wing or as a trail shooter. He consistently got his feet set early with his hands shot-ready before the pass arrived, showcasing fundamentally sound mechanics and finishing every jumper with a locked, high follow-through.     A true floor general who impacts the game through off-ball decision-making, secondary playmaking, and high-IQ, team-first actions. As a scorer, Cooper Johnston proved comfortable pulling up from beyond the arc, knocking down catch-and-shoot opportunities, and creating with one- or two-dribble pull-ups, fadeaways, step-backs, and side-step jumpers whenever defenses gave him space.     A fearless and demoralizing shot maker with the ultimate green light, always prepared to pull up from anywhere off the dribble. Cobbin played with elite confidence, effortlessly firing from deep in defenders' faces. The moment Cobbin reached his spots, saw even the slightest bit of separation, recognized lowered hands, or watched defenders go under ball screens, he made them pay, proving just how dangerous of a scorer he could be without breaking the offensive principles.

The PUMA PRO16 circuit rolled into Richmond, Virginia with a talented 17U field ready to make the most of an important live-period opportunity with college coaches evaluating every possession and high-level matchups throughout the weekend. From polished scorers and dynamic playmakers to versatile wings and relentless defenders, several prospects rose above the competition with consistent production and game-changing plays. Here we take a look at some of the 2027 standouts who made the strongest impressions.