The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 2 - Miles Simon, Top 5 NBA predictions, too many red flags concerning Darryn Peterson.
Feb 19, 2026
Miles Simon, Fox Sports college basketball analyst and former Arizona player and coach, joins to break down college hoops and pro prospects. He weighs in on Darryn Peterson's repeated availability concerns and how teams will probe his makeup. Quick takes cover Michigan vs Duke, Cameron Boozer, breakout Yaxo Lindeborg, and bold second-half NBA predictions.
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Knicks Versus Spurs As A Bold Finals Pick
- McIntyre forecasts a Knicks–Spurs NBA Finals, backing Jalen Brunson and Wembanyama's teams.
- He praises Victor Wembanyama's maturity and the Spurs' matchup advantages over contenders.
Simon On Peterson's Missed Games And Concerns
- Miles Simon recounts Darren Peterson's recurring absences and medical red flags that worry NBA teams.
- He emphasizes Peterson's tantalizing talent but warns teams will deeply probe injuries and mental makeup before drafting.
Comparing Peterson To Jalen Johnson's Path
- Jason McIntyre compares Peterson to Jalen Johnson's Duke exit and later NBA success as a counterexample.
- He stresses Peterson likely won't fall past the top three despite concern, but teams will be wary.