Nylan Patterson
About Nylan
Expert Analysis
Lonte Smith | Prep Hoops Scout
Pure point guards are few and far between as positionless basketball has become popular. So, when I see one, it’s a must that they’re highlighted and appreciated. At a young age, it’s hard to get kids to be willing passers, with everyone wanting to score. Insert Nylan, one of the best passers and playmakers in this class. With the ball in his hands, he makes everyone better but can also score when the opportunity presents itself.
Being such a good playmaker opens up the scoring for Nylan. He’s able to garner more single coverage because teams are afraid of getting burnt by his playmaking. The shot creation is improving and will continue to as he becomes more comfortable scoring. Off the ball, his shooting stands out, especially with his extended range. Playing at his own pace and not being rushed keeps defenses off balance and his ability to navigate pick and roll actions is a huge positive. Hibriten is a team I think will shock a lot of people with how good they’ll be this year, and Nylan’s playmaking could be a pivotal piece in that success.
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