Anfernee Simons
#22SG · Chicago Bulls
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 444 | 14.9 | 2.5 | 3.2 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 43.2% | 38.1% | 88.1% |
| 2025-26 | 55 | 14.3 | 2.5 | 2.4 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 44.0% | 38.5% | 89.6% |
| 2024-25 | 70 | 19.3 | 2.7 | 4.8 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 42.6% | 36.3% | 90.2% |
| 2023-24 | 46 | 22.6 | 3.6 | 5.5 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 43.0% | 38.5% | 91.6% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$27.7M
AAV
$27.7M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Anfernee Simons's contract with the Chicago Bulls grades out as a slightly below-market contract, earning a D+ CVI grade. At $27.7M per year over 1 year, this is a mid-tier contract. Anfernee's deal falls in the mid-tier tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 26 years old, Anfernee is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The team paid a premium that will need to be justified by on-court production. The team will need Anfernee to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Anfernee Simons earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 444 career games, Anfernee has averaged 14.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. Anfernee's strongest metric is FG% at 4317.7, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is RPG at 2.5, below the Shooting Guard median of 5.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Anfernee ranks 31st in overall performance. Anfernee will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Chicago Bulls.
Current Sentiment
Media and fans are skeptical about Simons' fit and durability with the Bulls organization. His C+ performance grade coupled with recurring wrist injuries raises serious concerns about consistency. The $27.7M contract looks questionable given his production and health issues this season. Trade speculation dominates headlines more than on-court accomplishments or positive storylines. Fan confidence is pessimistic; many question whether he'll ever play meaningful games for Chicago.
Transaction History
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