Jeremiah Fears
#0PG · New Orleans Pelicans
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 72 | 13.0 | 3.6 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 42.6% | 33.5% | 79.2% |
| 2025-26 | 72 | 13.0 | 3.6 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 42.6% | 33.5% | 79.2% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$15.4M
AAV
$3.9M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jeremiah Fears's contract with the New Orleans Pelicans grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $3.9M per year over 4 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Jeremiah's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Point Guards. At 19 years old, Jeremiah is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Jeremiah Fears earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Point Guard. Across 72 career games, Jeremiah has averaged 13.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. Jeremiah's strongest metric is FG% at 4258.1, compared to the NBA Point Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is RPG at 3.6, below the Point Guard median of 5.0. Among 93 NBA Point Guards graded this season, Jeremiah ranks 38th in overall performance. Jeremiah will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Current Sentiment
Jeremiah Fears generates cautiously optimistic intrigue as a young Pelicans guard with upside potential. His recent career-high performances show flashes, though inconsistency and a C-grade effort level concern observers. At $3.9M annually, he's viewed as affordable depth rather than overpaid, offering decent value. Media focuses on whether he'll develop into a reliable starter or remain a backup option. Fans remain hopeful but guarded—potential is real, but execution must improve for sustained confidence.
Transaction History
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