VCU’s Sharp-Shooting Guard with Elite Free-Throw Reliability and Defensive Hustle
De'Riante Jenkins, a 6'5" shooting guard for the 2025-26 VCU Rams (28-8, 1st in A-10), delivers consistent perimeter scoring (10.7 PPG) and elite free-throw accuracy (87.5% FT%), a rare differentiator for a guard who also contributes 4.2 REB and 1.9 STL per game. His 39.6% FG% and 33.3% 3P% reflect solid but not elite shooting volume, yet his intensity, defensive versatility, and clutch free-throw reliability make him a high-value fit for teams needing a reliable backup guard with playmaking grit. No reported injury history; known for relentless effort and team-first mentality, Jenkins excels in transition and off-ball roles, offering immediate roster flexibility without requiring star-level development.
