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Scouting BYU Cougars Guard Richie Saunders

[The following scouting report is part of a series on potential 2026 draft prospects from Sports Business Classroom alumni.] Richie Saunders Frame: 6’5", 200 lbs Position: Guard Team: BYU Cougars 2026 Draft Age: 24 Stats via sports-reference.com Offense Saunders has developed into one of college basketball’s most efficient scoring wings, thanks to a well-rounded offensive skillset and natural scoring instincts. Saunders transformed into the Cougars’ leading scorer in his junior year, averaging 16.5 points per game while shooting over 50 percent from the field and above 39 percent from three-point range, a rare combination in the competitive Big 12. He connected from deep in bunches, including multiple games with six three-pointers. He has had multiple games of hitting five or more three-pointers this season as well. Saunders’ shot mechanics are compact and repeatable. He shows comfort both catching, shooting, as well as creating his own rhythm off movement and [Read More]

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