Ja'Kobe Walter
#14SG · Toronto Raptors
Height
6'4"
Weight
180 lbs
Age
21
College
Baylor
Experience
1 yrs
Wingspan
6'10.0"
Reach
8'6.5"
Hand Size
8.75" × 9.75"
B
C
C+
B-
N/A
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The Verdict on Ja'Kobe, in One Read
On the field, Ja'Kobe Walter grades out as a middling SG for Toronto Raptors (C+ Impact). That places him 53rd of 147 graded shooting guards. In his on-court role, the grade is strong (B- Role), reflecting how he produces relative to others at his position. Against that production, his deal reads as good value on the Contract Value Index (B) — the team is paying below what the play would command. The public read is mixed (C Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score. As a pro, expect these grades to move quickly as a real sample builds.
Career StatsC
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 111 | 7.1 | 2.4 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 44.1% | 36.0% | 81.4% |
| 2025-26 | | 61 | 7.1 | 2.4 | 1.1 |
Performance Grade by Season
CareerC-| Season | Team | GP | PTS | REB | AST | FG% | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | | 61 | 7.1 | 2.4 | 1.1 | 44.1% | C- C- |
| 2024-25 | | 52 | 8.6 | 3.1 | 1.6 | 40.5% | C- C- |
Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 5/3 | @ CLE | L 102-114 | 38 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 4-9 | 3-7 | -15 |
| Fri, 5/1 | vs CLE | W 112-110 | 43 | 24 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$7.4M
Guaranteed
$7.4M
AAV
$3.6M/yr
Guaranteed %100%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
B
Good Value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
Ja'Kobe Walter's contract with the Toronto Raptors grades as a B CVI — the team is getting good return on this investment relative to other shooting guards around the league. Ja'Kobe's current production grades out in the middle of the pack among NBA shooting guards. His $3.6M average annual value ranks as minimum-level money for the shooting guard market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — solid output at a reasonable price point represents good asset management. At 21, Ja'Kobe has years of development ahead, which adds significant upside to this contract. The 2-year deal keeps the commitment short, giving the team financial flexibility to move on if performance drops.
Performance Analysis
C
#53 of 147 Shooting Guards
FCA+
Ja'Kobe Walter earns a C Performance grade — solid for a sophomore, with room to grow into a larger role. Through 111 games, Ja'Kobe is contributing 7.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game in his role. Ja'Kobe's best relative area is FG% at 44.1, though it still falls below the shooting guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 1.1 (shooting guard median: 4.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, Ja'Kobe ranks 53rd. At 21, Ja'Kobe is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Toronto Raptors.
Contracts in the Same Value Band
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Ja'Kobe's contract sits relative to comparable money.
How Ja'Kobe Compares at the Position
Ja'Kobe Walter ranks 53rd of 147 graded shooting guards by performance. That slots Ja'Kobe between Pelle Larsson (C) just ahead and Ajay Mitchell (C) just behind.
Graded higher
Pelle LarssonMiami HeatCJaylen WellsMemphis GrizzliesCBruce BrownDenver NuggetsCJa'Kobe WalterC
Graded lower
Ajay MitchellOklahoma City ThunderTransaction History
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Ja'Kobe Walter is a player on a rookie-scale contract listed at SG for the Toronto Raptors. FanVerdicts covers every NBA player, team, GM, and transaction — and puts your verdict on all of it. Sign in to cast your Fan Verdict on Ja'Kobe Walter, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts also brings its own read — performance, sentiment, and Contract Value Index — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index B, Performance C, Sentiment C.
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