Desmond Bane
#3SG · Orlando Magic
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsA-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 383 | 18.3 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 47.5% | 40.7% | 89.4% |
| 2025-26 | 70 | 20.4 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 48.7% | 39.0% | 92.6% |
| 2024-25 | 4 | 15.3 | 6.8 | 3.3 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 31.7% | 21.9% | 93.3% |
| 2023-24 | 42 | 23.7 | 4.4 | 5.5 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 46.4% | 38.1% | 87.0% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$76.2M
AAV
$19.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Desmond Bane's contract with the Orlando Magic grades out as a good value contract, earning a B+ CVI grade. At $19.0M per year over 4 years, this is a mid-tier contract. Desmond's deal falls in the mid-tier tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 27 years old, Desmond 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
Desmond Bane earns an A- Performance grade, reflecting elite production for a Shooting Guard. Across 383 career games, Desmond has averaged 18.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game. Desmond's strongest metric is FG% at 4749.4, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is RPG at 4.5, below the Shooting Guard median of 5.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Desmond ranks 5th in overall performance. Desmond is performing at an All-Star or All-NBA caliber and is a centerpiece of the Orlando Magic's roster.
Current Sentiment
Bane is viewed as a reliable, underrated scoring threat without superstar buzz or controversy surrounding him. His 35-point performances against strong opponents demonstrate he's capable of stepping up when needed consistently. At $19M annually, he represents solid value for a dependable starter rather than an overpaid concern. The narrative centers on whether he can elevate Orlando's championship chances as a secondary scorer. Fans remain cautiously optimistic he'll contribute meaningfully, though expectations are realistic rather than explosive.
Transaction History
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