Shaan Nayar
Shaan Nayar
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Ralph Jean-Francois | Prep Hoops Scout
Erupting for an explosive 30 point performance,
Shaan Nayar
Shaan
Nayar
6'1" | PG
Ranney | 2026
State
NJ
showcased his versatile perimeter shot making. Nayar thrived both as a spot up shooter and also tapped into some of his creativity of the bounce, consistently hitting a number of tough threes off the dribble. Nayar also mixed in a few smooth mid range pull ups when defenses ran him off the three point line alongside some strong finishes at the rim in transition. Nayar proved to be a dangerous shot maker as his ability to do so was on full display last weekend.
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Read EvaluationRalph Jean-Francois | Prep Hoops Scout
Continuing his strong play into the month of July,
Shaan Nayar
Shaan
Nayar
6'1" | PG
Ranney | 2026
State
NJ
has demonstrated his ability to be a threat from three point range while also being a threat to attack off the bounce and get to the rim. A smooth and confident shooter from three point range, Nayar has been seen knocking down shots from three point range both off the catch and off the bounce while also getting in the paint and finishing with craftiness when ran off the three point line.
Seeing his recruitment pick up a little bit of steam, Nayar had received interest from plenty of high academics after the June live period from the likes of Amherst, Middlebury, Stevens, and Haverford and should continue to see interest from a plethora of additional high academic programs.
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Read EvaluationRalph Jean-Francois | Prep Hoops Scout
Over the course of the May live period,
Shaan Nayar
Shaan
Nayar
6'1" | PG
Ranney | 2026
State
NJ
showcased his ability to be a lethal perimeter threat, shooting the three ball at a high clip, with range too. The Ranney combo guard also displayed his ability to handle the basketball and be an effective distributor of the basketball, making plays for others. Defensively, Nayar played the passing lanes with excellent anticipation while also pressuring the ball out on the perimeter, resulting in a handful of turnovers for his opponent.
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Read EvaluationRalph Jean-Francois | Prep Hoops Scout
Looking to provide a strong and impactful scoring punch to the Panthers’ 17U Academic squad,
Shaan Nayar
Shaan
Nayar
6'1" | PG
Ranney | 2026
State
NJ
brings an unique blend of perimeter shot making ability as well as an ability to handle the basketball against pressure to the Panthers’ backcourt. Coming off a strong junior season that saw him shoot it at a 42% clip from three point range, Nayar excels as a versatile shooter from three point range being able to shoot it off the catch and off the dribble. Also possessing a strong handle, look for Nayar to also shoulder some of the ball handling responsibilities and initiate offense in combination with his perimeter shooting ability.
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Read EvaluationAndrew Herman | Prep Hoops Scout
Nayar is a great shooter from deep and as his range gets deeper the more he makes throughout a game. Averaging over 13 ppg Nayar needs very little space to get his shot off from anywhere on the court. As the point guard, he looks to run many pick-n-rolls to get his teammates easy rolls to the rim. His shifty handles allow him to get to any spot he wants to and will use his speed in different situations making him a tough guard.
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Read EvaluationAndrew Herman | Prep Hoops Scout
Nayar is a player that can shoot the basketball and must be tightly guarded on the perimeter at all times. He needs little to no space to get his shot off. He runs the offense well looking to use pick-n-rolls to get his teammates open. His ability to score the basketball in general is excellent pairing with his playmaking ability. Nayar has tight and shifty handles which gives him opportunities to get by multiple defenders in one possession.
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Read EvaluationAndrew Herman | Prep Hoops Scout
Nayar is an excellent three-point shooter who needs very little space to get his jump shot off. His ability to run the offense while looking to score at will is what makes Nayar a dynamic player. His range behind the arc will get deeper the more he makes in a game. He can stop on a dime and hit the pull-up shot and will use his handles to blow by weaker defenders to get to the rim. Nayar moves laterally well on defense on the perimeter and does a great job of running fastbreaks.
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Read EvaluationAndrew Herman | Prep Hoops Scout
Nayar has a quick release point that needs little to no room to get off. Contests do very little to affect his shot and he likes to come off of catch-and-shoot opportunities. Nayar is excellent at moving without the basketball coming off of off-ball screens. His range can extend a couple of steps back from the three-point line. He can use his crafty handles to weave in and out of traffic to get any shot he wants.
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Read EvaluationAndrew Herman | Prep Hoops Scout
Nayar is great off the catch-and-shoot on the wings. He has deep range that forces defenses to press upon him the second he steps past half-court. Nayar can hit the fadeaway three off of a screen which makes him an elite shotmaker. He is excellent at picking off passing lanes and will look to strip the ball away from behind if you get past him. Nayar is even great at poking the ball loose from big men in the post.
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