Amari Phillips gives East-West a low-usage, high-energy backcourt look
In the 2025-26 season, East-West guard Amari Phillips has flashed in limited minutes, including a 12-point, 2-steal outing against Northern Illinois, suggesting a disruptive, defense-first guard who can chip in when asked.[5][1] The appeal is his energy and willingness to impact the game without needing the ball for long stretches; the risk is sample size, since his season-to-date role has been tiny and his stat line remains sparse.[3][1]
