The article also states Peter Vecsey got Ryan a tryout with the New Jersey Nets in 1990, but was the second-to-last man cut, ending Ryan's NBA aspirations. According to an article written by Bobbito Garcia about Ryan in Slam Magazine Streetball Special Collector's Issue, Chris Mullin once described Jack as the best shooter he'd ever seen who hadn't played in the NBA. Ryan is most well known for his very proficient 3-point shooting. In his first season in a recreational league at West 4th, Ryan played one game against former Detroit Piston Phil Sellers and scored 44 points. Park in Brooklyn, where he mastered the tricks and shots he became well known for. Ryan's basketball exploits began at John Jay High School, where, as a senior, he averaged 26 ppg.

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