CJ McCollum
#3PG · Atlanta Hawks
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 853 | 19.5 | 3.6 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 45.3% | 39.5% | 79.7% |
| 2025-26 | 66 | 18.7 | 3.4 | 3.7 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 45.5% | 36.8% | 77.9% |
| 2024-25 | 56 | 21.1 | 3.8 | 4.1 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 44.4% | 37.3% | 71.7% |
| 2023-24 | 4 | 17.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 1.8 | 0.8 | 41.9% | 24.1% | 100.0% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$30.7M
AAV
$30.7M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
CJ McCollum's contract with the Atlanta Hawks grades out as a slightly below-market contract, earning a D+ CVI grade. At $30.7M per year over 1 year, this is a max contract at the maximum allowed salary. CJ's deal falls in the max tier for NBA Point Guards. At 34, the age-adjusted value factors in potential decline over the contract term. The max contract structure means CJ's salary is artificially capped — the CVI accounts for the compression between market value and allowed salary. The team will need CJ to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
CJ McCollum earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Point Guard. Across 853 career games, CJ has averaged 19.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game. CJ's strongest metric is FG% at 4529.3, compared to the NBA Point Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is RPG at 3.6, below the Point Guard median of 5.0. Among 93 NBA Point Guards graded this season, CJ ranks 27th in overall performance. CJ will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Atlanta Hawks.
Current Sentiment
McCollum's elevated three-point shooting has earned genuine media praise amid Hawks' winning streak. His efficient scoring and spacing contributions are being received positively by analysts and fans alike. Contract value seems justified given recent performance and offensive impact on winning team. Hawks' offensive transformation with McCollum as key component is the dominant narrative currently. Fans optimistic about playoff potential, though C+ grade suggests room for consistency improvement.
Transaction History
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