Jake LaRavia
#12PF · Los Angeles Lakers
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 207 | 7.5 | 3.5 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 43.8% | 35.1% | 75.6% |
| 2025-26 | 71 | 8.5 | 3.9 | 1.8 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 45.4% | 31.8% | 76.4% |
| 2024-25 | 66 | 6.9 | 3.9 | 2.4 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 47.5% | 42.3% | 67.8% |
| 2023-24 | 35 | 10.8 | 3.7 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 38.9% | 34.0% | 82.6% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$12.0M
AAV
$6.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jake LaRavia's contract with the Los Angeles Lakers grades out as a slightly below-market contract, earning a D+ CVI grade. At $6.0M per year over 2 years, this is a role player contract. Jake's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 24 years old, Jake is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The team paid a premium that will need to be justified by on-court production. The team will need Jake to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Jake LaRavia earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 207 career games, Jake has averaged 7.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. Jake's strongest metric is FG% at 4384.4, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.8, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Jake ranks 54th in overall performance. Jake will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Current Sentiment
LaRavia generates cautiously optimistic curiosity rather than genuine excitement or concern from Lakers fans. His C-minus performance grades suggest inconsistency, though recent headlines emphasize opportunity and chemistry building. At $6M annually, he represents reasonable value for a depth forward, though not a key piece. The dominant narrative centers on his increased role and fit alongside Marcus Smart's defensive presence. Fan confidence remains measured—hopeful he'll contribute meaningfully but uncertain if he'll become a reliable rotation cornerstone.
Transaction History
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