NBA Comparison: Justin Jackson (UNC)

Strengths: Peavy is a long, athletic, and versatile wing who showed vast improvement as a senior … At 6’7” with a solid frame, broad shoulders, and quick-twitch athleticism, he brings NBA-ready physical tools and defensive versatility … Averaged 17.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 2.3 steals per game on 48.1% shooting from the field in 2024–25 while playing 37.1 minutes per contest for Georgetown … Took a major leap as a perimeter shooter, hitting 40.0% from three on 4.1 attempts per game—an encouraging development for a previously shaky spot-up threat … Comfortable attacking closeouts and finishing through contact, using his strength and coordination to convert around the basket … Active cutter and transition threat who doesn’t need plays run for him to impact the game … Posted a career-high 3.6 assists per game, showing improved vision and decision-making, particularly when operating out of the pick-and-roll or in drive-and-kick scenarios … Defensively, he stands out with 2.3 steals per game—using his length, timing, and anticipation to pressure the ball and disrupt passing lanes … Can guard multiple positions on the wing, thanks to his lateral quickness and physicality … Shows a team-first mentality, plays with consistent energy, and embraces difficult assignments on both ends …

Weaknesses: Though Peavy shot 40.0% from three this season, it remains to be seen if that mark is sustainable long-term … For his career, he shot just 32.3% from deep and 60.6% from the free throw line—indicators that touch and consistency could still be question marks … His free throw percentage in 2024–25 was just 65.9% despite the improved perimeter numbers, and his form remains rigid and mechanical … Doesn’t offer much shot creation in isolation—relies heavily on straight-line drives and doesn’t have an advanced handle … Lacks a dependable mid-range game or pull-up jumper … Most of his offense is derived from within the flow of the system rather than individual creation … Turnover prone when forced to make multiple dribbles or reads under pressure (2.6 turnovers per game) … Defensively, while effective, he can occasionally over-help or gamble, leading to breakdowns or fouls … Detractors will note that he didn’t emerge statistically until his fifth year and was often older than his competition … Will turn 24 in July, and his age may cause teams to question his long-term upside despite the improvement … Some scouts may wonder if he was simply outmuscling younger players late in his career …

Outlook: Peavy capped off a strong five-year college career with his best season yet—averaging 17.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 2.3 steals in 2024–25 while shooting 48.1% from the field and 40.0% from three … His offensive polish caught up with his NBA-caliber physical tools, and his defensive versatility gives him a real shot to stick as a role-playing wing at the next level … He profiles as a plug-and-play option in second units, capable of defending 1–3, spacing the floor (if his jumper holds), and making smart decisions with the ball … If his shooting proves to be real and he continues to improve his decision-making, Peavy has the potential to carve out a valuable 3-and-D role in a modern NBA system … While his ceiling may be somewhat capped due to age and limited self-creation, his production, toughness, and athleticism make him a strong bet to compete for minutes early in his pro career …

Notes: Played five collegiate seasons at Texas Tech, TCU, and Georgetown … Appeared in 159 career games, starting 108 … Career averages: 9.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.2 steals, and 45.1% FG shooting … Shot 32.3% from three and 60.6% from the free throw line over his NCAA career … Majored in Justice & Peace Studies at Georgetown … Son of longtime high school coach David Peavy … Prepped at Duncanville High School (TX) and was a consensus top-50 recruit in the class of 2020 …

Aran Smith – 4/15/25