LaKeeyah Barnes shows flashes as a quick, aggressive freshman guard for Niagara
Barnes is a first-year Niagara guard who already earned one start and delivered real instant-offense value in limited minutes in the 2024-25 season, finishing with 4.4 points per game, 1.0 steal per game, and a season-high 11 points in the opener at Syracuse.[3][4] Her calling card is activity: she can pressure the ball, generate steals, and give a lineup pace off the bench, even if her scoring efficiency was still uneven as a freshman.[3][5] For a team that needs energy, defensive disruption, and a guard with upside, she is worth watching closely.[3][5]
