Riley Saunders is an efficient, low-usage guard with elite shooting touch
In the 2025-26 season, Riley Saunders has been a small-sample weapon for North Dakota State, shooting a perfect 4-for-4 from the field and 4-for-4 from three while scoring 12 points in his early minutes. He profiles as a smart, efficient guard who can stretch defenses, but his current role is limited, so the bigger question is projection: if he earns more run, his appeal will hinge on whether that shooting translates with higher usage. For a team needing spacing and a calm floor-spacer rather than a high-volume creator, he looks like a potentially useful fit.[1][12]
