Steady Arkansas veteran who brings defense, feel, and mature guard play
Anton Beard was a dependable two-way Arkansas guard in the 2016-17 season, averaging 7.2 points, 2.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.1 steals in 21.0 minutes per game, with his best value showing up in ball pressure and mature decision-making[1][3]. In the 2017-18 season, he logged 9.5 points, 3.0 assists and 0.9 steals per game while playing 30.0 minutes a night, showing he could handle a bigger role without losing his edge[1]. A North Little Rock product and Arkansas signee, Beard’s appeal was toughness, experience and steadiness—less flash than some guards, but the kind of combo-guard who can fit a rotation and make the right play when it matters[5][8].
