Limitless Range: Six Perimeter Threats Who Kept the Nets Moving

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>From deep-ball specialists to high-volume scorers, these perimeter threats made defenders pay for giving them space.</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The <strong>Limitless Range badge</strong> is reserved for players who can change the game with their shooting ability. Whether through deep catch-and-shoot threes, relocation into open space, or perimeter scoring that forces defenders to extend their coverage, these players consistently made defenses pay for giving them room.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3666274"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa86112a698d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>MJ <strong>averaged 16.0 points and 2.3 made threes per game</strong>, giving him one of the strongest shooting profiles of the weekend. His ability to combine perimeter shooting with ball-handling makes him more than a catch-and-shoot threat. Dean can create space with the ball, pull up when defenders give him room, and force defenses to account for him beyond the arc.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Why he earned the badge:</strong> Dean's shooting range enables him to create his own offense, making him hard to limit with a simple closeout.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Development Focus: </strong>Continue improving shot selection and decision-making when defenders pressure him beyond the three-point line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3684953"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa86112a6a4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sean Metellus <strong>averaged 16.8 points, 1.8 made threes, and a +40 plus/minus</strong>, combining scoring production with dependable perimeter shooting. His ability to knock down shots gives him value as a floor spacer, but his scoring volume shows he can also carry offensive responsibility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Why he earned the badge:</strong> Metellus consistently puts pressure on defenses with his shooting, forcing defenders to extend their coverage and creating more room for teammates.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Development Focus: </strong>Continue adding off-the-dribble creation and playmaking when defenders take away his jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3666245"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa86112a6a9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harrison Knotts <strong>averaged 18.3 points, 1.3 made threes, and a +49 plus/minus</strong>. His pull-up jumper stood out, especially because he can follow that shot with touch finishes around the basket. That combination makes it difficult for defenders to decide whether to give him space or crowd his handle.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Why he earned the badge:</strong> Knotts' perimeter threat creates openings for his pull-up game and drives, allowing his shooting ability to impact more than just three-point attempts.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Development Focus:</strong> Continue improving efficiency and decision-making when attacking closeouts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3756642"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa86112a6ae7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3756642' first='Brady' last='Childers'] <strong>averaged 5.7 points, 1.7 made threes, and a +20 plus/minus</strong>. His three-point production stood out compared to his scoring total, showing that he can impact the game without needing a high number of possessions. His ability to stretch the floor and push the ball in transition gives him value beyond simply standing in the corner.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Why he earned the badge:</strong> Childers' shooting forces defenders to stay attached to him, creating spacing even when he is not the primary offensive option.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Development Focus: </strong>Continue improving movement without the ball, shot preparation, and decision-making after attacking closeouts.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Kenyen Mitchell ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2031","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa86112a6b2c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kenyen Mitchell <strong>averaged 15.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.0 made three per game</strong>. His shooting ability is supported by a strong handle and the willingness to rebound and push the break. That combination allows him to create scoring opportunities in transition, attack space, and still provide a perimeter threat in the half court.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Why he earned the badge:</strong> Mitchell's shooting range becomes more valuable because he can also handle the ball and create advantages when defenders run him off the line.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Development Focus: </strong>Continue improving shooting consistency and creating quality looks off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Kedrick Larry","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2031","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa86112a6b71"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kedrick Larry <strong>averaged 10.3 points, 1.7 made threes, and a +22 plus/minus</strong>. Larry's confident shooting forces defenders to respect him outside, while his ability to put the ball on the floor gives him an answer when they close too aggressively. His offensive value comes from making defenders choose between giving up a shot or allowing a drive.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Why he earned the badge: </strong>Larry's shooting threat creates driving opportunities, giving him an inside-out scoring profile rather than relying on one type of shot.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Development Focus:</strong> Improve his reads against closeouts and become more consistent connecting his jumper with his drives.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->