Yes, Jeremy Lin is an NBA player
Not only that, he is a top 20-25 NBA point guard in my mind right now and the stats back that up.
Last three games:
22.33 ppg
5.33 apg
29.5 min
per 36 min:
27.25 pts
6.5 asts
Season PER rank among PG's:
21
real plus minus rank among PG's
22
WAR (Estimated wins added based on RPM) rank:
18
EWA (Estimated wins added) rank:
19
VA (Value added) rank:
19
All this while not being in an ideal situation or even just having a coach who has your back. Also, while having to play with some rather selfish and mediocre teammates.