Nakiya Smith gives Alabama State a steady scoring punch with veteran guard poise
In the 2025-26 season, Nakiya Smith is producing 10.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and 0.4 assists per game while shooting 35.1% from the field, which points to a guard who can score but is still looking for efficiency consistency[1][2]. Her long track record at Alabama State shows she has been a reliable offensive piece before, including a 10.1 points-per-game role in earlier Hornets coverage and a 23-point outburst against Jackson State, so she brings proven shot-making and experience rather than flash[2][5][11]. If a team wants a composed, veteran guard who can absorb pressure and keep the offense moving, she’s a sensible fit; if it needs a high-volume creator or elite playmaking, that’s not really her lane[1][3].
