P.J. Washington
#25PF · Dallas Mavericks
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 442 | 13.3 | 6.0 | 2.2 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 44.8% | 35.4% | 70.5% |
| 2025-26 | 52 | 14.3 | 7.0 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 44.6% | 32.4% | 68.9% |
| 2024-25 | 57 | 14.7 | 7.8 | 2.3 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 45.3% | 38.1% | 72.2% |
| 2023-24 | 22 | 13.0 | 6.6 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 42.7% | 34.8% | 70.9% |
Current Contract
Length
5 years
Total Value
$34.0M
AAV
$6.8M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
P.J. Washington's contract with the Dallas Mavericks grades out as a good value contract, earning a B CVI grade. At $6.8M per year over 5 years, this is a role player contract. P.J.'s deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 27 years old, P.J. 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
P.J. Washington earns a B- Performance grade, reflecting above-average production for a Power Forward. Across 442 career games, P.J. has averaged 13.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. P.J.'s strongest metric is FG% at 4477.5, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 2.2, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, P.J. ranks 17th in overall performance. P.J. is a quality starter contributing on both ends for the Dallas Mavericks.
Current Sentiment
Washington is viewed as a reliable complementary piece with modest but inconsistent impact on winning. Recent performances show flashes of defensive versatility and offensive contribution against quality opponents like Atlanta. His $6.8M contract represents solid value for a competent role player in today's market. The biggest narrative centers on his experimental small-ball center role unlocking Mavericks' offensive flexibility. Fan sentiment leans cautiously optimistic—he's dependable depth, but not a franchise cornerstone or primary solution.
Transaction History
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