When teams need to jump-start their offense, coaches often turn to the point guard. These floor generals set the tempo, organize the offense, and make everyone around them better. Some of the most electric guards in the country this season are not only scoring at a high level but also distributing the ball with precision.
Here are the top assist guys in college basketball right now.
7. Dedan Thomas Jr., LSU Tigers
Dedan Thomas Jr., a 6-foot-1 junior from Las Vegas, is averaging 6.3 assists per game and ranks among the top 20 nationally. That number has room to climb as LSU heads into high-scoring SEC play. Thomas has been productive in recent weeks, posting 13 points against Texas Tech after dropping 23 points and 7 assists versus Boston College. He is also a reliable free throw shooter at nearly 83 percent.
6. Donovan Dent, UCLA Bruins
Donovan Dent ranks 14th in the nation with 6.4 assists per game and remains one of the purest distributors in college basketball. The 6-foot-2 senior from Riverside, California, adds 12 points per game and has been steady in recent wins over Oregon and Washington. Dent has totaled 18 assists across his last three games and now prepares for a major test against Gonzaga. UCLA is 7-2 and shaping up as a contender in the Big Ten, leaning heavily on Dent’s command of the offense.