Philadelphia 76ers: Filling out the 2018 NBA rookie survey

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Which rookie will be the best shooter?

1. Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks
2. Kevin Huerter, Atlanta Hawks
3. Mikal Bridges, Phoenix Suns
4. Gary Trent Jr., Portland Trail Blazers
5. Landry Shamet, Philadelphia 76ers

Young gets the top spot for his shot versatility, boasting range well beyond the NBA three-point line. He’s capable of spotting up or hitting off the dribble, using a quick trigger to shoot over larger defenders. The Stephen Curry comparisons have always been overblown, but Young is an easy pick.

Alongside Young, the Hawks tipped their team-building strategy by adding Huerter later in the first round. He’s easily the best off-ball shooter in this class, gunning around screens and hitting off-balance shots with J.J. Redick-esque comfort. He’s also 6-foot-6, which is promising.

Bridges is another dynamic off-ball threat, boasting compact (albeit unconventional) mechanics. His ability to contribute from day one as a complimentary offensive piece is why so many Sixers fans wanted him at 10. He’ll fit nicely with Booker and Ayton in Phoenix.

Trent was one of the best shooters in college basketball last season, lighting up ACC play with Duke. He has prototypical size on the wing and should be a knockdown shooter from day one. Questions revolve around his ancillary skills and defense.

Shamet has the potential to carve out a valuable role with the Sixers next season, largely due to his shooting. He was a career 43.7 percent three-point shooter at Wichita State, showing promise off the ball and hitting pull-up jumpers.