Nique Clifford
#5SG · Sacramento Kings
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 66 | 7.8 | 3.6 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 40.8% | 32.8% | 69.7% |
| 2025-26 | 66 | 7.8 | 3.6 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 40.8% | 32.8% | 69.7% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$6.4M
AAV
$1.6M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Nique Clifford's contract with the Sacramento Kings grades out as a good value contract, earning a B CVI grade. At $1.6M per year over 4 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Nique's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 24 years old, Nique 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
Nique Clifford earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 66 career games, Nique has averaged 7.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game. Nique's strongest metric is FG% at 4082.5, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is PPG at 7.8, below the Shooting Guard median of 15.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Nique ranks 56th in overall performance. Nique will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Sacramento Kings.
Current Sentiment
Clifford generates cautious optimism as a complementary guard filling a specific Kings need. His recent performances show promise, with media noting clutch shot-making in crucial moments. The $1.6M contract appears reasonable value, though C-grade production raises consistency questions. Finding reliable three-point shooting remains the dominant narrative around his development. Fan sentiment leans hopeful but guarded—potential evident, but needs sustained output to solidify role.
Transaction History
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