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Koa Peat

Koa Seward Peat is an American basketball player from Arizona.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Koa Seward Peat is an American Basketball player from Arizona. He played one collegiate season for the Arizona Wildcats and was selected in the 2026 NBA Draft, later joining the Phoenix Suns through a trade. Regarded as one of the top high school recruits in the 2025 class, he earned multiple USA Basketball and state high school honours.

Early life and high school career

Peat attended Perry High School in Gilbert, Arizona, where he was one of the most decorated Basketball players in the state. He helped the school win multiple state championships and earned repeated Gatorade Player of the Year recognition in Arizona. He was a consensus five-star recruit and one of the highest-ranked players in the 2025 class.

College career

Peat played college Basketball for the Arizona Wildcats. He had a strong freshman campaign, including a 30-point debut and an eventual role in Arizona's Big 12 title season. He helped Arizona win Big 12 regular-season and conference championships in 2026 and was named third-team All-Big 12 as a freshman.

USA Basketball career

Peat represented the United States in youth international competition. He is a multi-time gold medallist in FIBA events, including U17 and U19 tournaments.

Professional career

Peat entered the 2026 NBA Draft and was chosen in the first round. He was initially drafted by the Dallas Mavericks and later acquired by the Phoenix Suns through a trade.

Key facts

  • Peat is a forward from Arizona who played for Perry High School and the Arizona Wildcats.
  • He was a consensus five-star recruit and one of the highest-ranked players in the 2025 class.
  • He helped Arizona win Big 12 regular-season and conference championships in 2026.
  • He was named third-team All-Big 12 as a freshman.
  • He was selected in the 2026 NBA Draft and became part of a trade to the Phoenix Suns.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Koa Peat?
Koa Peat is an American basketball forward from Arizona who played for the Arizona Wildcats before entering the 2026 NBA Draft.
What position does Koa Peat play?
He plays forward, with scouting and roster listings identifying him as a power forward or forward.
Where did Koa Peat go to college?
He played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats.
Which high school did Koa Peat attend?
He attended Perry High School in Gilbert, Arizona.
Was Koa Peat drafted into the NBA?
Yes. He was selected in the 2026 NBA Draft and later became associated with the Phoenix Suns through a trade.

References

  1. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/5041953/koa-peat
    Supports: Birthdate, position, college, draft information, and Phoenix Suns team listing.
  2. USA Basketball — https://www.usab.com/players/koa-peat
    Supports: Hometown, height, position, and USA Basketball participation.
  3. Gatorade Player of the Year — https://playeroftheyear.gatorade.com/winner/koa-peat/40872
    Supports: High school achievements, Arizona honors, statistics, and recruiting context.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/44430043/top-10-recruit-koa-peat-picks-arizona-all-want-do-win
    Supports: Arizona commitment, recruiting rank, high school championships, and USA Basketball gold medals.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/48896157/arizona-wildcats-forward-koa-peat-remain-2026-nba-draft
    Supports: College season summary, Big 12 titles, All-Big 12 honour, and decision to remain in the draft.
  6. RealGM — https://basketball.realgm.com/player/Koa-Peat/Summary/180367
    Supports: Birthplace, height, high school, and draft-eligible/player profile details.