Who is Jeremiah Fears
Jeremiah Fears is an American professional basketball guard. Born on October 14, 2006 in Chicago, Illinois, he plays at 6′3″ (190 lb / 86 kg).
He transitioned from high school (attending Joliet West High School in Illinois and later Arizona Compass Prep in Arizona) to college early — reclassifying to join a younger class.
College: College & Age at College
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College: Oklahoma Sooners (University of Oklahoma).
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2024–25 Season: This was his freshman year and, given his birthdate (Oct 2006), he was about 18 years old when he played — making him one of the youngest players in the 2025 draft class.
College Stats & Performance
During the 2024–25 season with Oklahoma:
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Games played: 34, with 31 starts
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Averaged per game: 17.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.6 steals in about 30.2 minutes.
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Shooting splits: ~43.4% field goal, 28.4% three-point, 85.1% free-throw.
These numbers earned him a spot on the SEC All-Freshman Team.
Style of Play & Strengths/Weaknesses
According to scouting reports:
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He’s versatile: capable of playing as a point guard or shooting guard.
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Strengths: speed, quickness, ability to create his own shot, get to the rim, draw fouls, mid-range scoring, playmaking and passing instincts.
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Areas to improve: three-point shooting consistency and strength/physicality on defense.
This blend of skills — along with his youth and upside — made scouts view him as a high-ceiling guard with solid foundation.
Draft Pick & Prediction
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Declared for the 2025 NBA Draft after just one college season.
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Drafted 7th overall in the 1st round by New Orleans Pelicans.
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At the time of drafting, he was one of the youngest prospects in the class — a factor that fueled expectations of long-term upside and growth.
Many analysts expected him to be a “lottery pick” — i.e. among the first 14 picks — thanks to his strong freshman-season numbers and potential.
Prediction: What the Future Could Hold for Fears
Given his age, skillset, and solid freshman season, here are some likely trajectories for Jeremiah Fears:
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He has the upside to become a reliable starting guard in the NBA — especially if he improves his three-point consistency and adds strength.
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His versatility (scoring, playmaking, attacking the rim) suggests he could develop into a two-way guard, contributing on both offense and defense.
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If he stays committed to development, he could emerge as a core piece for his team, potentially growing into a star-level player over the next few years.
His ceiling looks high — but as with many young prospects, development, work ethic, and fit will be crucial for actualizing that potential.
