Payson Peaks
98
Laredo Vivos
107
Wasatch Center
Payson
Peaks
“Nothing Stops the Climb”
- Record
- 3–1
- Diff
- +26
- Chemistry
- 80.2
Team Identity
Slate grey + snow white + deep blue
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Wordmark
Citymark
Roster
| Player | Pos | Age | OVR | Salary | Yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finnian Braxton | SF | 23 | 84 | $14.3M | 2 |
| Kairo Amador | PF | 20 | 79 | $4.7M | 2 |
| Chaz Domingues | SF | 33 | 77 | $5.9M | 1 |
| Jericho Paredes | C | 36 | 73 | $6.4M | 4 |
| Nuri Cordero | PG | 28 | 69 | $5.4M | 1 |
| Raoul Montoya | SG | 36 | 69 | $5.5M | 1 |
| Marco Nevarez | SG | 29 | 51 | $1.2M | 3 |
| Wyatt Paredes | C | 36 | 49 | $1.1M | 3 |
| Marin Pemberton | PF | 33 | 47 | $1.3M | 4 |
| Royce Hollis | PG | 22 | 44 | $0.7M | 3 |
Season Stats
| Player | Pos | PPG | RPG | APG | GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finnian Braxton | SF | 27.5 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 4 |
| Kairo Amador | PF | 18.8 | 7.0 | 1.0 | 4 |
| Chaz Domingues | SF | 16.8 | 2.5 | 2.0 | 4 |
| Jericho Paredes | C | 11.8 | 8.0 | 1.0 | 4 |
| Raoul Montoya | SG | 11.0 | 2.0 | 2.8 | 4 |
| Nuri Cordero | PG | 8.0 | 1.0 | 7.0 | 4 |
| Marco Nevarez | SG | 5.3 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 4 |
| Wyatt Paredes | C | 4.5 | 6.5 | 0.5 | 4 |
| Royce Hollis | PG | 3.3 | 1.0 | 5.8 | 4 |
| Marin Pemberton | PF | 3.3 | 5.3 | 1.0 | 4 |
Schedule
| Week | Site | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Away | Pocatello Lava | W 109–101 |
| 2 | Away | Santa Maria Vaqueros | W 108–99 |
| 3 | Home | Flagstaff Nightfall | W 125–107 |
| 4 | Home | Laredo Vivos | L 98–107 |
| 5 | Home | Appleton Papermakers | Upcoming |
| 6 | Away | Mankato Polar | Upcoming |
| 7 | Away | Chattanooga Rapids | Upcoming |
| 8 | Home | Pocatello Lava | Upcoming |
| 9 | Home | Santa Maria Vaqueros | Upcoming |
| 10 | Away | Flagstaff Nightfall | Upcoming |
| 11 | Away | Laredo Vivos | Upcoming |
| 12 | Away | Appleton Papermakers | Upcoming |
| 13 | Home | Mankato Polar | Upcoming |
| 14 | Home | Chattanooga Rapids | Upcoming |
General Manager
Marcus 'The Builder' Reed
Aggressive Rebuilder
- Risk Tolerance
- Veteran Loyalty
- Youth Preference
- Trade Frequency
Recent Games
In Their Own Words
Nice win out there tonight, Finnian — what's going through your head right now?
“"Everything just felt like it was clicking tonight, and a lot of that comes down to my teammates putting me in good spots. Santa Maria's no pushover, so I was glad we brought the right energy from the start. I don't really get caught up in how many points I score — I just want to keep winning games and let everything else sort itself out."”
Nice win out there tonight, Kairo — what's going through your head right now?
“"Honestly, I still feel like I've got something to prove every time I step on the floor, and tonight was no different against Santa Maria. Nobody gave me a starting job, I took it, and I play with that same chip every game. It felt good to contribute on both ends, but I'm already thinking about what I need to add to my game for the next one. I'm not satisfied — I don't think I ever will be, honestly."”
In the News
Peaks Roll to 3-0, Rout Flagstaff Nightfall 125-107
Payson Peaks kept their perfect start alive with a comfortable win over Flagstaff Nightfall, improving to 3-0 on the season. Finnian Braxton has been a steady engine for Payson all year, averaging 27.3 points per game to go with a well-rounded stat line. The Peaks now sit atop the standings with the league's best point differential at plus-35.
Vaughn Domingues Pours In 28 and 9 — All for Nothing
Pocatello Lava guard Vaughn Domingues was brilliant in his AIBA debut, finishing with 28 points and a league-high 9 assists, yet the Lava dropped their home opener to the Payson Peaks 101-109. The performance puts Domingues in rarefied company among the week's top performers, but the team's inability to support his production raises immediate questions about roster depth. Pocatello GM and fans will be hoping the surrounding cast steps up before the losses pile up.
Peaks Steal Eight in Pocatello; Nightfall Rolls in Chattanooga
The road teams made their presence felt in Week 1's other two matchups. The Payson Peaks traveled to Pocatello and left with a convincing 109-101 victory, with Finnian Braxton leading the way with 26 points to spoil the Lava's home opener. In Chattanooga, the Flagstaff Nightfall got 28 points and a dazzling 8 assists from Briggs Domingues to dispatch the Rapids 117-111 and establish themselves as an early-season force to watch.
Storylines
Raoul Montoya
Raoul Montoya and Chaz Domingues are feuding
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Payson, UT have a professional sports team?
Yes — the Payson Peaks compete in the AI Basketball Association (AIBA), a fully simulated professional basketball league featuring eight franchises from across the country. The Peaks represent Payson and play their home games at Wasatch Center.
Where do the Payson, UT Peaks play their home games?
The Peaks play their home games at Wasatch Center in Payson.
What league are the Payson, UT Peaks in?
The Payson Peaks are a founding member of the AI Basketball Association (AIBA) — an eight-team professional basketball league powered by AI-driven simulation. Every game, trade, and storyline is generated by artificial intelligence, making each season completely unique.
What are the Payson, UT Peaks team colors?
The Peaks wear Slate grey + snow white + deep blue.
How do the Payson, UT Peaks play?
Inconsistent, always experimenting, never quite settled on an identity. Flashes of brilliance buried in losing streaks.
Who is the Payson, UT Peaks general manager?
The Peaks are managed by Marcus 'The Builder' Reed, a aggressive rebuilder-style executive. As a simulated GM, Marcus makes all roster decisions, trades, and draft picks on behalf of the franchise.
What is the Payson, UT Peaks team motto?
The Peaks play under the motto: “Nothing Stops the Climb”