Charles Bassey
#99C · Boston Celtics
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 117 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 62.8% | 23.1% | 63.7% |
| 2025-26 | 4 | 2.8 | 4.0 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 50.0% | 0.0% | 33.3% |
| 2024-25 | 36 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 58.1% | 0.0% | 63.6% |
| 2023-24 | 19 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 72.5% | 0.0% | 83.3% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$2.1M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Charles Bassey's contract with the Boston Celtics grades out as an above-average value contract, earning a B- CVI grade. At $2.1M per year over 1 year, this is a minimum-level contract. Charles's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Centers. At 25 years old, Charles is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The front office found good value in the open market with this signing. This contract should provide positive value over its duration if performance holds steady.
Performance Analysis
Charles Bassey earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Center. Across 117 career games, Charles has averaged 4.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game. Charles's strongest metric is FG% at 6275.1, compared to the NBA Center median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.8, below the Center median of 4.0. Among 96 NBA Centers graded this season, Charles ranks 62nd in overall performance. Charles will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Boston Celtics.
Current Sentiment
Bassey generates modest interest as a depth piece rather than a featured player prospect. His C-grade performance suggests he's not meeting expectations for consistent, impactful basketball. The $2.1M salary appears reasonable for backup center depth, though production doesn't justify starter minutes. Media focus centers on whether he can finally develop consistency after four injury-plagued NBA seasons. Fan sentiment remains cautiously pessimistic—viewing him as a low-ceiling role player rather than breakthrough candidate.
Transaction History
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