Noa Essengue
#24SF · Chicago Bulls
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2025-26 | 2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$11.1M
AAV
$2.8M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Noa Essengue's contract with the Chicago Bulls grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C- CVI grade. At $2.8M per year over 4 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Noa's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 19 years old, Noa 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
Noa Essengue earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Small Forward. Across 2 career games, Noa has averaged 0.0 points, 0.0 rebounds, and 0.0 assists per game. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, Noa ranks 56th in overall performance. Noa will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Chicago Bulls.
Current Sentiment
Essengue's rookie season has been derailed by shoulder surgery, creating widespread frustration among Bulls fans. His limited on-court time shows promise but hasn't justified early draft investment or organizational expectations. The $2.8M contract seems reasonable, but injury concerns overshadow any current value assessment significantly. Recovery timeline and health status dominate narratives; fans debate whether patience is warranted. Sentiment leans pessimistic as injury history raises serious doubts about his NBA viability long-term.
Transaction History
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