NJIC Point Guards to Watch

<p>Point guard play is essential in high school basketball as they are the ones who run the offense. Teams who are able to get good production out of there point guards usually have strong seasons. The NJIC is filled with good lead guards who are capable of making an impact at the next level. Here are the top point guards to watch in the NJIC this season.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="901957" first="Jayden" last="Lemond"], 6’3 Dwight-Englewood 2022</strong></p> <p>The Bulldogs won 19 games last season and they have an opportunity for another strong season with Lemond returning in the backcourt. The 6’3 guard has a good handle and knows how to get to the basket. Lemond is a nice finisher around the rim and is also capable of knocking down perimeter jumpers. He is a good passer and uses his athleticism to make plays on the defensive end. Lemond is a talented point guard who is ready for another strong season for Dwight-Englewood.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="900348" first="Jamling" last="Lama"], 6’0 Secaucus 2021</strong></p> <p>Secaucus made it to the sectional semifinals last year and have the potential for another strong season with Lama back in the fold. The lefty lead guard has a nice release on his jumper and shoots the ball with confidence.  Lama can shoot the ball off the bounce and knows how to move off the ball. He fights for rebounds on the defensive end and is an underrated passer. Lama is a tough lead guard who should have a good final season for Secaucus.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="933044" first="Richard" last="Machado"], 5’10 Saddle River Day 2023</strong></p> <p>The Rebels are fresh off a 22-win season and they should have another good year with Machado back. The 5’10 guard is one of the top shooters in the 2023 class and shoots the ball with confidence. Machado can bury triples in bunches, but is also capable of taking the ball to the basket. He moves his feet well on the defensive end and makes good decisions with the ball in his hands. Saddle River Day’s offense is in good hands with Machado running the offense for the next couple of seasons.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="901971" first="Asim" last="Jones"], 5’10 Manchester Regional 2022</strong></p> <p>Jones has been a key part of the Falcons’ attack over the past two seasons and that should not change this year. The 5’10 guard is lightning quick with the ball in his hands and is tough to keep out of the lane. Jones is more than just a driver as he has a good release on his jumper and can bury shots from behind the arc. He plays with active hands on the defensive end and is a solid passer. Jones will be the focal point of Manchester Regional’s offense again as the Falcons look to build off their success from last year.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013019" first="Jeremiah" last="Martin"], 6’0 Leonia 2021</strong></p> <p>Martin played off the ball during the summer, but he should be more on the ball this season for Leonia. The 6’0 guard attacks the basket hard and does not mind drawing contact. Martin has a good handle as he is able to break his defender down off the bounce. He is a tough on-ball defender and fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor. Martin is a tough lead guard who should have a strong final season for Leonia.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Other Players to Watch:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="933655" first="Jamar" last="Belfield"], 5’10 Paterson Charter 2022</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="929513" first="Ryan" last="Cassels"], 5’10 Saddle River Day 2021</strong></p> <p><strong>Taj Collins, 6’1 Bogota 2021</strong></p> <p><strong>Steven Faussette, 5’7 Hasbrouck Heights 2021</strong></p>