{"id":247939,"date":"2021-06-19T14:24:56","date_gmt":"2021-06-19T14:24:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fiveonfiveball.com\/?p=247939"},"modified":"2023-04-18T03:48:16","modified_gmt":"2023-04-18T03:48:16","slug":"texas-dynastys-nicholas-jett-avery-jackson-jr-outperforming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fiveonfiveball.com\/index.php\/2021\/06\/19\/texas-dynastys-nicholas-jett-avery-jackson-jr-outperforming\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Dynasty\u2019s Nicholas Jett & Avery Jackson Jr. Consistently Outperforming on the Court"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Entering the 2021 grassroots season, one of Texas\u2019 toughest independent programs experienced some significant roster turnover. Led by head coach and program director Zack Rodriguez, the team\u2019s restructured look was bound to go through some early-tournament hurdles. However, the continued presence of 2022 guards Avery Jackson Jr. and Nicholas Jett in the backcourt significantly helped to ease those struggles and actually provided stability to the team\u2019s production and results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coach Rodriguez has done a great job of recruiting additional talent to his team throughout the summer, but his ability to rely on the duo of Jackson and Jett has been a big reason why Texas Dynasty has been a thorn in the side of shoe circuit teams and independents alike. The guard duo complement each other well offensively and do little to hinder the other\u2019s ability to produce for the team. In fact, it\u2019s their combined effort and discipline to stay in plays that have given this team even more upside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their individual traits and skillsets possess the talent to produce at the next level. Looking into their unique playing styles, both Jett and Jackson have flown a bit under the radar and stand to have a productive second-half to the grassroots season now that the live period has begun in earnest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Player: Avery Jackson Jr.<\/strong>

Position: SG<\/strong> (Using Rashad Phillips Player Dictionary<\/a>)
Height: 6\u20190\u201d<\/strong>
Class: 2022<\/strong>
School: Frisco Memorial High School (TX)<\/strong>
Grassroots Team: Texas Dynasty<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Offers: None<\/strong>
Interests: Cornell, Oral Roberts, Texas State, Dallas Baptist and St. Edwards (TX)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perimeter Assassin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The incoming Frisco Memorial senior has the ability and mental fortitude to handle the bulk of the scoring load on any given night. His knack for lighting up the nets in multiple ways makes it hard to keep him quiet for long. Throughout this summer, Jackson has been a consistent producer with a handful of 25+ and 30+ scoring outings. His upside on the offensive end and repetitive nature getting those numbers make him an attractive option for college programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jackson gets a lot of his production by working his way outside-in. Whether it\u2019s via catch-and-shoot, stationary, on the move or off-the-dribble from his own creation, he is a constant threat to pour it in from the perimeter. His contributions from this area have gone a long way towards positively spacing the floor for the rest of his team and increasing opportunities to attack the rim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jackson receives the ball from Kasai Burton on the wing after the defenders are drawn away from his position. He stays ready and hits the 3 in rhythm.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Jackson tracks over the the right wing and hits another 3 in rhythm.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Jackson gathers the pass easily and squares up for 3.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Spatial Awareness Creating Positive Plays<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The perimeter proficiency Jackson displays has also caused him to develop other methods of scoring to counter instances where he is run off the line. He has developed strong spatial awareness and court vision inside the 3-point line to navigate traffic and get to the paint. With a quick first step and the added benefit of an extra half-step advantage on defenders forced to respect his shooting ability, Jackson can create separation quickly to find premium scoring space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His frame carries a lot of toughness with it and attacking bigger bodies around the rim is not an issue. Jackson has shown repeatedly on film to take these situations head-on and continue to convert plays at a high rate. He does a good job of maintain control, avoiding offensive fouls in these circumstances and constantly surveying the floor to facilitate to his teammates. The combination of his scoring tendencies and his playmaking ability provide a versatile and advantageous skillset to provide college programs at the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jackson is able to penetrate after receiving the pass and draws 5-star forward Vince Iwuchukwu. Jackson is able to make a nice pass to a cutting teammate along the baseline, but still sticks with the play to rebound the blocked shot and score the layup.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n