Jaron Pierre Jr.
Created on 3/17/26. Written by Alan Lu.
Height: 6-6
Weight: 210
College: SMU
Classification: Sixth-Year Senior
Birthdate: 7/12/2002
2026 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 83
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
2026 NBA Draft: Round 2, Pick 58 by the New Orleans Pelicans
Pros:
Excels at scoring on the move
Solid shooter
Adequate playmaker for his size
Solid athlete
Cons:
May struggle to consistently create his own shot
Can have lapses defensively
Old for a draft prospect, may have limited upside
Late bloomer
Summary:
Jaron Pierre is an athletic swingman that played college basketball for SMU, and he helped them get to the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Currently, he is a second round prospect for the 2026 draft.
Links:
RealGM Profile
YouTube’s Highlights of the 1/3/26 SMU-UNC Game via ACC Digital Network
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