Naseem Gaskin brings defense-first energy and steady guard play for Cal State Bakersfield
In the 2023-24 season, Naseem Gaskin was a low-usage but useful rotation guard for Cal State Bakersfield, appearing in 31 games and averaging 1.7 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 0.9 steals in 14.1 minutes per game.[7] His value is in his defensive activity, rebounding from the guard spot, and willingness to do the dirty work rather than hunt shots—he even flashed a steal in CSU Bakersfield’s win over UC San Diego.[5][7] He profiles as a fit for teams that want toughness, energy, and reliability over volume scoring.[7][9]
