Jalen Johnson
#1SF · Atlanta Hawks
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsA
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 247 | 14.0 | 7.3 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 50.0% | 33.3% | 74.5% |
| 2025-26 | 63 | 22.7 | 10.4 | 8.0 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 49.3% | 34.9% | 78.0% |
| 2024-25 | 36 | 18.9 | 10.0 | 5.0 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 50.0% | 31.2% | 74.6% |
| 2023-24 | 56 | 16.0 | 8.7 | 3.6 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 51.1% | 35.5% | 72.8% |
Current Contract
Length
5 years
Total Value
$60.0M
AAV
$12.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jalen Johnson's contract with the Atlanta Hawks grades out as an excellent value contract, earning an A CVI grade. At $12.0M per year over 5 years, this is a role player contract. Jalen's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 24 years old, Jalen is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The front office found good value in the open market with this signing. Overall, this is one of the better-value deals in the NBA and the team should benefit from the surplus production.
Performance Analysis
Jalen Johnson earns an A Performance grade, reflecting elite production for a Small Forward. Across 247 career games, Jalen has averaged 14.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game. Jalen's strongest metric is FG% at 4996.3, compared to the NBA Small Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is PPG at 14.0, below the Small Forward median of 15.0. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, Jalen ranks 2nd in overall performance. Jalen is performing at an All-Star or All-NBA caliber and is a centerpiece of the Atlanta Hawks's roster.
Current Sentiment
Johnson is viewed positively as a rising contributor to Atlanta's surprising success this season. His A-grade performance and improved consistency have earned respect from both fans and media analysts. The $12M contract appears fair value given his current production and trajectory of growth. Most Improved Player candidacy dominates narratives, highlighting his breakout fourth-year development and impact. Fans remain optimistic about his role in Atlanta's core, expecting continued progression as franchise centerpiece.
Transaction History
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