Jaxson Hayes
#11C · Los Angeles Lakers
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 426 | 6.8 | 3.9 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 66.0% | 27.4% | 69.0% |
| 2025-26 | 59 | 6.7 | 4.0 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 73.9% | 100.0% | 64.6% |
| 2024-25 | 4 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 37.5% | 0.0% | 50.0% |
| 2023-24 | 4 | 0.3 | 3.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 50.0% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$3.4M
AAV
$3.4M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jaxson Hayes's contract with the Los Angeles Lakers grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C- CVI grade. At $3.4M per year over 1 year, this is a minimum-level contract. Jaxson's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Centers. At 25 years old, Jaxson 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
Jaxson Hayes earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Center. Across 426 career games, Jaxson has averaged 6.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game. Jaxson's strongest metric is FG% at 6600.4, compared to the NBA Center median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.7, below the Center median of 4.0. Among 96 NBA Centers graded this season, Jaxson ranks 87th in overall performance. Jaxson will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Current Sentiment
Hayes generates frustration rather than excitement, with recent mascot incident overshadowing inconsistent on-court contributions. His C-minus performance grade reflects struggles to justify starter expectations despite flashes. Contract appears reasonable at $3.4M, but production doesn't command respect or role security. Disciplinary issues and lack of consistent impact dominate narrative more than basketball ability. Fans lean pessimistic about his development trajectory and future role with Lakers.
Transaction History
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