Jaylen Wells
#0SG · Memphis Grizzlies
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 147 | 11.5 | 3.3 | 1.7 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 42.8% | 35.3% | 80.1% |
| 2025-26 | 68 | 12.7 | 3.2 | 1.6 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 43.1% | 35.4% | 78.4% |
| 2024-25 | 79 | 10.4 | 3.4 | 1.7 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 42.5% | 35.2% | 82.2% |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$4.3M
AAV
$1.4M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jaylen Wells's contract with the Memphis Grizzlies grades out as a good value contract, earning a B CVI grade. At $1.4M per year over 3 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Jaylen's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 22 years old, Jaylen is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The front office found good value in the open market with this signing. This contract should provide positive value over its duration if performance holds steady.
Performance Analysis
Jaylen Wells earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 147 career games, Jaylen has averaged 11.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game. Jaylen's strongest metric is FG% at 4277.4, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.7, below the Shooting Guard median of 4.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Jaylen ranks 48th in overall performance. Jaylen will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Current Sentiment
Wells generates cautious optimism as a promising young shooter contributing to Memphis's future plans. His three-point shooting displays flashes of stardom, earning praise for offensive development and spacing. At $1.4M annually, he's an absolute bargain regardless of performance tier or role. The narrative centers on whether he can sustain improvements and become a reliable starter. Fans remain hopeful but patient, viewing him as a long-term project with legitimate upside potential.
Transaction History
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