Jabari Walker
#33PF · Philadelphia Sixers
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 246 | 5.8 | 4.2 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 46.1% | 32.1% | 74.3% |
| 2025-26 | 58 | 4.5 | 3.1 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 44.6% | 33.0% | 76.2% |
| 2024-25 | 60 | 5.2 | 3.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 51.5% | 38.9% | 69.0% |
| 2023-24 | 72 | 8.9 | 7.1 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 46.0% | 29.5% | 75.4% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$3.3M
AAV
$1.7M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jabari Walker's contract with the Philadelphia Sixers grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $1.7M per year over 2 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Jabari's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 23 years old, Jabari is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Jabari Walker earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 246 career games, Jabari has averaged 5.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game. Jabari's strongest metric is FG% at 4614.0, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.7, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Jabari ranks 63rd in overall performance. Jabari will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Philadelphia Sixers.
Current Sentiment
Walker faces cautious skepticism after failing to establish himself in Portland despite NBA opportunity. His C-minus performance grade reflects inconsistent play that hasn't justified significant roster investment yet. The $1.7M contract appears reasonable, but questions linger about whether he'll develop into a contributor. Philadelphia's "running out of time" narrative dominates—pressure mounting for Walker to prove viability soon. Fan sentiment leans pessimistic; many see him as a depth piece rather than future piece.
Transaction History
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