Meet Chase Johnston, the High Point shooter who's not made a 2-pointer The High Point Panthers have a standout player in their lineup: Chase Johnston, a 6-foot-3 senior who has carved out a unique role as a pure 3-point specialist. Johnston, 22, previously played for Stetson and Florida Gulf Coast before joining High Point. His entire college career has revolved around shooting from beyond the arc, and this season has only reinforced that identity. Johnston has averaged 13.0 three-point attempts per 40 minutes this season, hitting 48.5% of his long-range shots. However, he has yet to make a single two-point field goal in any game this year. In fact, he has attempted just four 2-pointers and four free throws throughout the season. His last made 2-pointer came on February 5, 2025, and his last free throw was on February 19, 2025—over 13 months without scoring inside the paint or at the free-throw line. Despite his one-dimensional approach, Johnston has shown flashes of dominance. During his collegiate career, he has recorded more than 30 games with at least 10 three-point attempts, and in some contests, he has taken as many as 17 shots from beyond the arc. Most of these attempts are catch-and-shoot opportunities, highlighting his ability to space the floor and create open looks for teammates. While his skill set makes him a dangerous threat in high-stakes games, his reliance on three-pointers also makes him predictable. Opponents know exactly what to expect from him, and defenses can focus on stifling his shooting range. That said, Johnston’s ability to go on scoring streaks—such as hitting eight or more three-pointers in a single game—makes him a key weapon for High Point in March.#high_point_panthers #nba #chase_johnston #stetson #florida_gulf_coast
