MSU starting PG Jeremy Fears Jr. working with retired NBA star on shot this offseason
Michigan State basketball starting point guard Jeremy Fears Jr. understands what he needs to prioritize when it comes to improving his game this offseason -- his jump shot.
Fears caught up with SpartanMag earlier this week and mentioned an area of improvement for him this offseason is his shot. He mentioned he spent time working out with his brother Jeremiah Fears during the pre-NBA Draft process and got to work with former NBA sharpshooter Mike Miller.
"All around,I think, my game has improved and gotten better," Fears said. "Got smarter, got stronger, and the game has started to slow down for me."
Fears started all 36 games he played in last season, serving as the Spartans floor general. He averaged 7.2 points and 5.4 assists in his first full season with the Spartans. Fears will be expected to score more next season for the Spartans while continuing to run the offense and generate assists.
Check out the complete video clip of Fears talking with SpartanMag about his improved shooting in the video clip below:
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