High-Impact Senior Guard with Elite 3-Point Flair for Northern Illinois
Aaron Armstead, a senior guard for the Northern Illinois Huskies, differentiates himself through explosive scoring bursts and elite three-point efficiency, notably posting a season-high 17 points on 6-of-7 shooting (4-of-5 from deep) in the 2014–15 season while ranking fifth in the MAC at 41.6% from beyond the arc. Though his career averages are modest (5.8 PPG, 38.5% FG), his intensity peaks in critical moments, reflecting a 'small school player of the year' pedigree from his pre-NIU days. He carries no significant injury history, plays with relentless confidence, and offers a high-risk/high-reward profile ideal for teams needing a sharpshooting guard who can elevate in clutch situations.