New York Knicks: Frank Jackson Could Be A 2017 NBA Draft Steal

3. 3-Point Shooting

The ability to consistently convert the 3-point shot has become something of a prerequisite for NBA guards. There are some who have managed to get by with average jump shots from beyond the arc, but they’re few and far between in the modern era.

In the case of Duke Blue Devils standout Frank Jackson, hitting the outside shot is something he did with impressive consistency during the 2016-17 season.

Jackson finished the 2016-17 campaign with 51 3-point field goals made on 39.5 percent shooting from beyond the arc. That translates to averages of 1.4 3-point field goals made per game and 2.3 3-point field goals made per 40 minutes.

If the New York Knicks want a point guard who can consistently space the floor, then Jackson would be an ideal player to target for that role.

Jackson has a high release point and solid shooting form that should translate to the next level. He squares up with the basket, digs his feet into the court, and utilizes his lower body strength to get good elevation on his jumper, both off the catch and off the bounce.

Shooting has become the name of the modern game, and Jackson has the form and athleticism to become a legitimate sharpshooter in the NBA.