Liam McNeeley
#33SF · Charlotte Hornets
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 28 | 4.1 | 2.1 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 38.6% | 37.9% | 80.6% |
| 2025-26 | 28 | 4.1 | 2.1 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 38.6% | 37.9% | 80.6% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$5.7M
AAV
$1.4M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Liam McNeeley's contract with the Charlotte Hornets grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $1.4M per year over 4 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Liam's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 20 years old, Liam 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
Liam McNeeley earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Small Forward. Across 28 career games, Liam has averaged 4.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game. Liam's strongest metric is FG% at 3863.6, compared to the NBA Small Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.8, below the Small Forward median of 4.0. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, Liam ranks 87th in overall performance. Liam will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Charlotte Hornets.
Current Sentiment
McNeeley generates cautious optimism as a lottery-caliber prospect with developmental potential ahead. His C-minus performance grade reflects typical rookie struggles, but progress narrative dominates positive coverage. Contract value appears reasonable for a 29th pick still proving NBA readiness through G League. Primary storyline centers on whether he can justify 'steal of draft' hype with consistent production. Fan base remains optimistic but realistic, expecting multi-year development rather than immediate impact.
Transaction History
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