Jahi Martin is a 6'1" Point Guard/Combo Guard in the 2027 class.
Martin attends East St. Louis in Illinois and plays club basketball for KC Run GMC.
Martin's Player Profile was created on August 17, 2024.
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Expert Analysis
Jahi
MartinPG/CG
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
HS
East St. Louis
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IL
Edwardsville Showcase – Finding Success in the Backcourt
Jahi Martin is an explosive guard who finds lanes on the court to exploit and bursts through them....
Written by Matthew Clendenin
Jahi
MartinPG/CG
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
HS
East St. Louis
|
IL
June Update, Part II — Area 2027s Making a Strong Case for Offers
Martin is another Missouri guard who has continued to impress with his fluidity and control with the basketball....
Written by Daniel Siehndel
Matthew Clendenin | Prep Hoops Scout
Matthew Clendenin
Prep Hoops Scout
Jahi Martin is an explosive guard who finds lanes on the court to exploit and bursts through them. Martin has a quick first step and makes good decisions by reading the floor. He takes advantage of defensive missteps and misreads, which fuel his scoring. Overall, Martin is an athletic, high-energy guard who reads the defensive structure well and scores by relying on his strengths.
Martin is another Missouri guard who has continued to impress with his fluidity and control with the basketball. Throughout June, he has stood out as both a playmaker and scorer, profiling a well-rounded offensive game that continues to trend in the right direction.
Now at Lutheran North, the rising guard has looked comfortable operating as a lead ball handler, consistently directing traffic and keeping the offense organized. He does an excellent job of controlling and dictating pace while putting teammates in positions to succeed, displaying the vision and decision-making that coaches value in a primary guard.
As a scorer, Martin’s jump shot remains one of his most appealing attributes. His stroke looks effortless, and he consistently finds ways to get to his shot regardless of defensive pressure. Whether using fades, turnarounds, or subtle separation moves, he creates quality looks and converts them with confidence. Around the basket, he also shows creativity as a finisher, using changes of direction, body control, and positioning to create space and finish effectively.
Jahi is a name that should remain firmly on recruiting radars moving forward. His ability to impact the game as both a creator and scorer, combined with his feel and versatility, gives him a skill set that should translate well to the next level. As his development continues, he looks like the type of creative, multi-tooled guard who could fit seamlessly into the right college program.