Jaylen Clark
#22SG · Minnesota Timberwolves
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 100 | 3.9 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 44.7% | 36.1% | 69.4% |
| 2025-26 | 60 | 3.9 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 43.5% | 31.7% | 63.9% |
| 2024-25 | 5 | 2.2 | 1.4 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 80.0% | 0.0% | 75.0% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.2M
AAV
$2.2M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jaylen Clark's contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $2.2M per year over 1 year, this is a minimum-level contract. Jaylen's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 24 years old, Jaylen 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
Jaylen Clark earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 100 career games, Jaylen has averaged 3.9 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game. Jaylen's strongest metric is FG% at 4469.5, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.6, below the Shooting Guard median of 4.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Jaylen ranks 133rd in overall performance. Jaylen will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Current Sentiment
Clark generates cautiously optimistic intrigue despite awkward fit questions surrounding his role. His defensive versatility impressed scouts, but inconsistent offensive contributions limit overall impact assessment. At $2.2M annually, contract appears reasonable for young depth player development. The narrative centers on whether defensive prowess can translate into meaningful NBA minutes. Fans remain hopeful but uncertain—his ceiling remains unclear heading into year two.
Transaction History
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