Last Year's College 3-Point Stars That Can Make NBA Rosters

Chris Babb- Celtics G

Babb, the former Iowa State standout shooter, has made an impact on the Celtics from beyond the arc. In one preseason game against the New York Knicks, Babb went 4-of-6 from the field, missing only one three pointer and scoring 12 points, all off of made three pointers. He helped the Celtics come back from a 30 point deficit, but the Cs lost by one. Babb made 38 percent of his threes at Iowa State last year, and the 6'5" guard can make huge shots. Babb should be able to crack the Celtics opening day roster but if not, there are other teams that can use a player like Babb.

James Southerland- Bobcats F

Southerland was a knockdown shooter who burst on to big scene at Syracuse last year. He made 40.2 percent of his attempts from beyond the arc and at 6 foot 8 with a high release, it is extremely difficult for defenders to contest. In two straight games against Seton Hall and Pittsburgh, he went an exceptional 12 of 15 from three. Southerland doesn't have to beat out a lot of stars to make the Cats roster, so there is a high chance you will see him on opening day vs. Houston.

Trey McKinney- Jones- Bucks G

McKinney-Jones, a career 37 percent three point sniper from Miami, has a very low shot of making the Bucks roster. He hasn't appeared in a single preseason game for them so far, but the Milwaukee native can fill up the bucket in a hurry. He made three after three at the U, and he hit 6 of 9 threes in the ACC Championship Game against UNC, and 5 of 7 in a huge game against Michigan State.

Rodney McGruder- Thunder G

McGruder is well-known for knocking down a game-winning three vs. Baylor last year, and that is a reflection of his game. Not only does he knock down threes, but he is also a very good scorer. Probably the weakest shooter on the list, McGruder's best game was when he made 5 of 9 threes as his Kansas State Wildcats took down Oklahoma State last year. If McGruder cracks the roster, it is very unlikely that he will get much playing time, but he could be the third scorer that OKC is looking for.

Romero Osby- Orlando F

Osby, the best college shooter on this list, is in place to make a huge impact for the Magic. 53% from beyond the arc at Oklahoma was Osby's percentage last year, a stat that will make the Magic happy to have him. He lacks the ability to pull up and sink a three, but at 6'7", Osby would typically be a catch-and-shoot guy even if he could pull up. The arc isn't Osby's primary attack, but when he does shoot it, there's a high chance its going in.