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Mark Sears Catches Attention at NBA Scouting Combine

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Sadik Hossain | Last updated May 15, 2025 10:54 AM ET

Mark Sears wasn’t the biggest name heading into the 2025 NBA Draft Combine, but quickly became the centre of attention. The former Alabama guard was on a shooting spree in Chicago, turning heads with his impressive numbers across multiple drills.

Sears put on a show in the shooting portion of the combine. His stats were nothing short of incredible:

Off-Dribble Mid-Range: 26/30 (Tied for 1st)
Spot-Up Threes: 19/25
3-Point Star Drill: 16/25
3-Point Side Drill: 25/27 (Tied for 1st)
Free Throws: 10/10 (Tied for 1st)

Those numbers weren’t just impressive. They were the best of the day, with ESPN’s Jonathan Givony confirming that Sears led all participants in shooting percentage, finishing at 69%. Tennessee’s Chaz Lanier was second at 63%, but Sears’ performance was on another level.

Sears' ability to knock down shots in various situations didn’t just make him a standout at the combine. It may have boosted his draft stock. Despite his stellar college career, the 6-foot guard hadn’t appeared in most mock drafts. But his shooting performance has put him on the radar.

Sears wasn’t just a one-time standout. He has a decorated college career to back him up. He led Alabama in scoring with 18.6 points per game and also averaged 5.1 assists. His scoring ability made him the Crimson Tide's first-ever consensus First Team All-American.

Sears’ shooting performance has undoubtedly raised his profile heading into the draft. He may not have been on many mock drafts before, but now teams must take a second look.

If there was ever a moment to make a statement, Sears chose the perfect stage. Now, he’ll wait to see if an NBA team gives him a chance.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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