Shawn Scott (185-G-1996, college: SW Christian) is a 28 year old 185cm guard that will play his third fourth season and first with Pro B team TSV Neustadt temps Shooters. Last season he played with BG Hagen averaging 30.1ppg, 9.0rpg, Assists-2 (5.9apg), Steals-5 (2.7spg), FGP: 59.9%, 3PT: 31.1%, FT: 78.0%. In 2022-2023 he split time with TVO Biggesee / TV Jahn Lindhorst (Germany-Regionalliga) averaging 31.2ppg, 10.4rpg, 6.1apg, 3.6spg, 2FGP: 56.2%, 3FGP: 30.4%, FT: 77.6%, in Jan.’23 moved to BG 2000 Berlin (Germany-Regionalliga) averaging 14.2ppg, 8.1rpg, 4.6apg, 2.4spg, FGP: 53.5%, 3PT: 14.3%, FT: 64.4%. He began his career at Jenks High School and then played 3 seasons at Southwestern Christian University. He spoke to germanhoops.com about basketball.

Thanks Shawn for talking to germanhoops.com. Are you still in Germany playing 3×3 ball? How has that experience been for you?

Thanks for having me. I’m leaving to go back to the states on Saturday but I stopped officially from playing 3×3 for the rest of my time here. It was a great experience and so fast paced which I loved. I was able to get a couple of event wins and overall played against some good competition.

Is it a tough adjustment playing 3 against 3 then 5 against 5?

For me not really. I think 3×3 is a lot of ball movement and moving without the ball along with iso play which I would say I’m good at all of those things.

Can you improve certain areas of your game playing 3 vs 3 ball?

That’s a good question and I never thought about that until now. I’d say maybe being more creative with a short amount of time and moving way more without the ball.

Congrats on signing with pro B team Neustadt. How good does it feel to finally be a pro B player?

It feels really great and I’m thankful to finally have the opportunity. I’m very excited for this upcoming season and I’m determined to make a great season.

You worked your whole career to reach this level. Does it feel like a dream has come true?

Honestly when I first came to Germany playing in Oberliga, I would go watch 1st regio games and say “man I want to play here too”. Now fast forward I’m even passed that point is just unreal so I think yes it’s a dream come true but I’m not satisfied with that and have much more to achieve.

How was the job market this summer? Did you get any other interesting offers?

This summer was kind of hectic with the job market for me. A good amount of interest and offers came quite early for me and it was stressful because I wanted to wait until every offer had been made but at the same time, teams needed answers quick. But overall Neustadt was the one that showed the most interest and saw my worth so I’m glad to be there next season.

What made the TSV Neustadt temp Shooters club the right pick for you?

When I had talked to the manager and the coach on the phone, they basically told me that I’m the guy they want to make a statement in Pro B and they had been watching me for a while now. Essentially, they were going to let me be myself and not limit me and as I told you before that was the most important thing for me in making my decision. They will get the very best of me and they will be able to trust me all season.

How did the talks go with coach Lars Buss? What sold you on his philosophy?

Just pretty much that he trusts me and my decision making on the court and he believes that I will make everyone around me better. Along with the roster and the newcomers, it was a fairly easy choice after that.

How excited are you to be teammates with top player Dyon Doehki? You 2 could become a lethal duo in the Pro B.

Very excited for sure. We only played each other three times but I know that he has the experience and knows how to win and play the right way so I’m ready to learn new things from him and just dominate together.

What is your goal with the Temp Shooters? Last season with BG Hagen you played for the title and is this season the goal to remain in the pro B?

I think for sure the goal is to remain in Pro B but me personally I’m always thinking big so all in all I just want to win games and have the longest season possible.

How aware are you that you probably won´t average 30 points per game. What kind of player will the pro B see next season?

I’m more than aware. I hope people really don’t think that I’m expecting to score a bunch of points every game. At this point, it’s all about winning and if I do my part and it contributes to winning, I’m more than happy for our team. I plan to be the same player I was last season and I won’t change anything about my style of play as long as the coaches allow it. I’m very coachable so I´m willing to do what it takes to better the team always.

What area of your game will have to be tweaked most so the pro B will see the best version of you?

I don’t think anything necessarily has to be tweaked but I have to be able to take and make outside shots. Just like last season, I want to be unpredictable and not let teams think they have me figured out and I know it will be even harder next season but I’ll be more than prepared for everything mentally and physically. The best version of me is when I’m myself on the court and I don’t have to think but I think this year will go just fine.

Thanks Shawn for the chat.