Nau looks poised for a breakout summer with the way his game continues to trend upward. He is a dynamic guard whose style is fun to watch because of how easily he changes pace and keeps defenders guessing. He’s deceptively quick turning the corner, getting downhill before the defense can react, then stopping on a dime for a smooth floater or mid range jumper. His quick catch and release from three makes him dangerous off the ball as well. What really adds value is his court vision, consistently spotting open teammates and creating quality looks. With his scoring tools and playmaking ability, Nau has all the ingredients to make major noise this summer

Nau has taken a real leap in his second varsity season at Village, and the growth is showing on both ends of the floor. The game has slowed down for him and with increased confidence and trust, he’s turning minutes into production. Averaging 5.8 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists, he impacts the game in multiple ways beyond the box score. He floats into open spots, makes quick, smart reads with or without the ball and plays with a natural feel. Add in clean shot mechanics and a knack for making winning plays, and it’s easy to see why his stock is rising and why he’s earned his ranking

Nau put together one of the most productive freshman seasons in 4A last year, starting 19 games and filling up the stat sheet with smart, efficient play. He doesn’t force things and plays within the flow, but this year he’ll need to hunt his shot more. We want to see how he balances facilitating and scoring against other sharp lead guards. This showcase is his chance to prove that hoopers from small schools can run with anyone.