Collin Gillespie
#12PG · Phoenix Suns
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 127 | 9.5 | 3.1 | 3.5 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 43.1% | 41.9% | 84.6% |
| 2025-26 | 70 | 13.3 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 42.8% | 41.8% | 86.7% |
| 2024-25 | 33 | 5.9 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 43.0% | 43.3% | 86.4% |
| 2023-24 | 24 | 3.6 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 46.4% | 39.5% | 66.7% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.3M
AAV
$2.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Collin Gillespie's contract with the Phoenix Suns grades out as an excellent value contract, earning an A- CVI grade. At $2.3M per year over 1 year, this is a minimum-level contract. Collin's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Point Guards. At 26 years old, Collin is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The front office found good value in the open market with this signing. Overall, this is one of the better-value deals in the NBA and the team should benefit from the surplus production.
Performance Analysis
Collin Gillespie earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Point Guard. Across 127 career games, Collin has averaged 9.5 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. Collin's strongest metric is FG% at 4310.5, compared to the NBA Point Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is RPG at 3.1, below the Point Guard median of 5.0. Among 93 NBA Point Guards graded this season, Collin ranks 32nd in overall performance. Collin will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Phoenix Suns.
Current Sentiment
Media sees Gillespie as improving prospect with genuine upside, though inconsistency creates mixed fan sentiment. Recent scoring performances generate optimism, but C+ grade reflects concerns about reliability and shot selection. Contract appears reasonable at $2.3M, but production must sustain consistency to justify starter role. Most Improved narrative dominates discussion, balancing against frustrating scoreless games that undermine confidence. Fans cautiously optimistic about development trajectory, but need sustained excellence before considering him core piece.
Transaction History
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