Daniel Gafford
#21C · Dallas Mavericks
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 428 | 9.3 | 5.8 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 70.2% | 0.0% | 68.0% |
| 2025-26 | 50 | 9.2 | 7.0 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 64.8% | 0.0% | 72.9% |
| 2024-25 | 57 | 12.3 | 6.8 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 1.8 | 70.2% | 0.0% | 68.9% |
| 2023-24 | 22 | 9.0 | 5.5 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 1.5 | 63.4% | 0.0% | 63.1% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$31.6M
AAV
$7.9M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Daniel Gafford's contract with the Dallas Mavericks grades out as an above-average value contract, earning a B- CVI grade. At $7.9M per year over 4 years, this is a role player contract. Daniel's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Centers. At 27 years old, Daniel 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
Daniel Gafford earns a B- Performance grade, reflecting above-average production for a Center. Across 428 career games, Daniel has averaged 9.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game. Daniel's strongest metric is FG% at 7019.7, compared to the NBA Center median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.0, below the Center median of 4.0. Among 96 NBA Centers graded this season, Daniel ranks 19th in overall performance. Daniel is a quality starter contributing on both ends for the Dallas Mavericks.
Current Sentiment
Gafford generates mixed sentiment: solid contributor but not indispensable to Dallas's core plans. Recent 24-point performances show offensive upside, yet inconsistency raises questions about reliability. At $7.9M annually, he represents fair value for a capable backup big man. Trade rumors persist despite Mavericks retaining him, suggesting organizational uncertainty about his future role. Fan confidence remains cautiously optimistic—he's useful depth, but not a cornerstone piece Dallas fully commits to.
Transaction History
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