LJ Cryer
#18PG · Golden State Warriors
Height
6'0"
Weight
200 lbs
Age
24
College
Houston
Experience
0 yrs
B-
D+
C-
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Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 11 | 8.3 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 46.3% | 44.0% | 91.7% |
| 2025-26 | | 12 | 8.3 | 1.8 | 0.6 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs LAL | L 103-119 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3-6 | 2-5 | -1 |
Performance Analysis
C-
#54 of 93 Point Guards
FCA+
LJ Cryer earns a C- Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA point guards this season. Through 11 games, LJ is contributing 8.3 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game in his role. LJ's strongest area is FG% at 46.3, which compares favorably to the point guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 0.6 (point guard median: 4.0). Among 93 NBA point guards graded this season, LJ ranks 54th. At 24, LJ is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Golden State Warriors.
Current Sentiment
D+
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LJ Cryer enters the 2025-26 season carrying the D+ sentiment grade of a developmental prospect still fighting for legitimate NBA footing, but his media profile suggests more optimism than typical for a fringe roster player. The Golden State Warriors' two-way guard has garnered surprisingly constructive coverage despite limited career production, with recent feature pieces highlighting his confidence and organizational fit rather than dwelling on statistical shortcomings. Reports of meaningful locker room contributions and his integration into the Warriors' culture have elevated his perception beyond the typical end-of-bench narrative, creating a cautiously optimistic outlook among beat writers who cover the franchise. While his career averages and lack of significant accolades anchor him firmly in replacement-level territory from a pure basketball evaluation standpoint, the sustained organizational investment — evidenced by injury tracking and season-exit interviews — suggests Golden State sees something worth developing. For a player at Cryer's career stage, this level of positive organizational buzz represents a meaningful departure from the usual developmental player coverage, positioning him as a prospect with genuine upside rather than merely a roster filler.
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