Scouting Portfolio: Peyton Lacey

SKILLED LEAD GUARD: Peyton Lacey

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5'2"

2031 | Guard
AAU: Bay State Jags National

Peyton Lacey is an elite young guard in the Class of 2031, already making a name for herself as a true floor general with an advanced understanding of the game. She embodies the qualities of a high-level point guard, controlling the tempo, facilitating for her teammates, and making sound decisions under pressure. What sets her apart is her ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor, playing with intensity, confidence, and a relentless motor.

Evaluation

Strengths

Intangibles - Leader | Offense - Playmaker & Shooting | Tools - Speed | Defense - Ball Pressure & Lateral Quickness

Defensive Impact & On-Ball Pressure

Lacey’s defensive mindset is one of her biggest strengths. She takes pride in locking down opposing guards, applying aggressive on-ball pressure, and speeding up the opposition with her quick hands and lateral movement. She disrupts passing lanes, forces turnovers, and creates extra possessions for her team. Her relentless defensive energy not only fuels her squad but also makes her a nightmare matchup for opposing guards.

Scoring Ability & Shooting Range

Offensively, Lacey is a highly skilled shot-maker with the ability to score at all three levels. She has a smooth shooting stroke, excelling in spot-up situations and displaying impressive accuracy off the move. What makes her even more dangerous is her deep three-point range, confidently knocking down shots well beyond the arc. Whether it’s coming off screens, pulling up off the dribble, or stretching the floor with her range, she consistently puts pressure on defenses.

Advanced Ball Handling & Playmaking

One of the most impressive aspects of Lacey’s game is her ball-handling and pace control. Even at a young age, she has the ability to change speeds effortlessly, keeping defenders off balance and creating opportunities for herself and her teammates. Her court vision and passing instincts allow her to push the tempo in transition while making crisp, on-time passes that lead to easy scoring chances. Whether initiating the offense, attacking gaps, or threading the needle in transition, she plays with poise beyond her years.

A Rising Star in the 2031 Class

With her blend of skill, leadership, and competitiveness, Peyton Lacey is a prospect to watch on both a regional and national level. Her ability to impact the game in so many ways—defensively, as a playmaker, and as a scorer—makes her a high-level guard with immense potential. As she continues to develop her game and physical tools, expect her to be a household name in the Class of 2031 and a rising star in the basketball world.– BTN SCOUTING

Stats

Middle School

19.2 PPG | 4 RPG | 3.8 APG | 5.8 SPG | 42 MADE FT | 12 3PT FG on the season in 10 games

Bay State Winter Series

11.8 PPG | 11 3PT FG in 11 games

Metro Travel

15.4 PPG | 4.3 RPG | 2.5 APG | 4.9 SPG |43 MADE FT | 12 3PT FG in 11 games.

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