NBA·ANALYSIS·July 6, 2026 08:52 PM ET

Landry Shamet praised for elite perimeter shooting

The veteran guard is dubbed a 'flamethrower'.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 71 min read

Landry Shamet is a FLAMETHROWER 🔥 https://t.co/SVHMLfWHwo Via @nyknicks on X

What happened: Landry Shamet's offensive capabilities are drawing attention for his long-range accuracy.

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Why it matters: The renewed focus on his marksmanship arrives after Shamet secured a four-year, $24 million contract. He is expected to provide crucial floor spacing during the upcoming 2026-27 season.

What to watch: Shamet will look to carry his shooting touch into training camp.

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@nyknicks 2026-07-07T00:51:26.785673+00:00

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