Christian Braun
#0SG · Denver Nuggets
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 272 | 9.5 | 3.9 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 52.5% | 36.9% | 75.5% |
| 2025-26 | 35 | 11.6 | 4.9 | 2.9 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 50.7% | 30.3% | 76.7% |
| 2024-25 | 14 | 12.6 | 6.4 | 2.4 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 45.3% | 30.0% | 71.0% |
| 2023-24 | 12 | 5.1 | 2.7 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 42.6% | 22.2% | 68.8% |
Current Contract
Length
6 years
Total Value
$26.5M
AAV
$4.4M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Christian Braun's contract with the Denver Nuggets grades out as a good value contract, earning a B CVI grade. At $4.4M per year over 6 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Christian's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 24 years old, Christian 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
Christian Braun earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 272 career games, Christian has averaged 9.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. Christian's strongest metric is FG% at 5245.1, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.8, below the Shooting Guard median of 4.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Christian ranks 35th in overall performance. Christian will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Denver Nuggets.
Current Sentiment
Braun generates cautious optimism when performing well but remains inconsistently viewed by media and fans. Recent 22-point performances earned praise, yet inconsistency prevents him from becoming a dependable third option. His $4.4M contract appears reasonable value given potential, though production hasn't fully justified starter expectations. The narrative centers on whether he'll develop consistency as the Nuggets' wing depth piece. Fan confidence remains guarded—hopeful during hot stretches but skeptical of sustaining impact in crucial moments.
Transaction History
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