Height
6'5"
Weight
205 lbs
Age
27
College
Virginia Tech
Experience
6 yrs
Wingspan
6'9.5"
Reach
8'6.0"
Hand Size
8.5" × 8.75"
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 449 | 20.4 | 3.4 | 3.7 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 44.9% | 36.8% | 80.1% |
| 2025-26 | | 69 | 20.4 | 3.4 | 3.7 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | @ CLE | L 116-122 | 39 | 25 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10-19 | 4-9 | -13 |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$29.6M
Guaranteed
$29.6M
AAV
$7.4M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Nickeil Alexander-Walker's four-year, $29.6 million extension ($7.4M AAV) with the Hawks represents shrewd roster building that earns a B+ CVI. At 25, Alexander-Walker has evolved into an above-average starter who brings versatile two-way value — exactly the type of player contending teams covet but often can't afford. The Hawks locked him up at a price point that maintains salary cap flexibility while securing a player who can seamlessly slide between shooting guard and small forward, providing crucial depth behind Trae Young and Dejounte Murray. Alexander-Walker's defensive improvement and reliable three-point shooting (career 36% over the past two seasons) make this contract immediately tradeable to playoff teams seeking wing depth. The deal's structure allows Atlanta to either build around their core with Alexander-Walker as a complementary piece or package him as a valuable trade asset without taking a financial bath. While $7.4M annually isn't a steal, it's precisely the market rate for his production tier, giving the Hawks a dependable rotation player on a manageable number that won't handcuff their championship aspirations.
Performance Analysis
Nickeil Alexander-Walker earns a B Performance grade this season — a quality starter-level shooting guard putting up solid numbers for the Atlanta Hawks. He's averaging 20.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.7 assists through 449 games — carrying a significant offensive load. Nickeil's strongest area is PPG at 20.4, which compares favorably to the shooting guard median of 15.0. The biggest area for growth is RPG at 3.4 (shooting guard median: 5.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, Nickeil ranks 15th. Nickeil is a reliable contributor who the Atlanta Hawks can count on game to game.
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