Pat Connaughton
#21SG · Charlotte Hornets
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 630 | 5.8 | 3.3 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 43.8% | 35.7% | 76.8% |
| 2025-26 | 35 | 2.9 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 44.9% | 39.6% | 66.7% |
| 2024-25 | 3 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 25.0% | 25.0% | 50.0% |
| 2023-24 | 6 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 2.2 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 44.0% | 27.3% | 100.0% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$5.1M
AAV
$2.6M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Pat Connaughton's contract with the Charlotte Hornets grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C- CVI grade. At $2.6M per year over 2 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Pat's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 33, the age-adjusted value factors in potential decline over the contract term. 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
Pat Connaughton earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 630 career games, Pat has averaged 5.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. Pat's strongest metric is FG% at 4380.7, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.3, below the Shooting Guard median of 4.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Pat ranks 129th in overall performance. Pat will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Charlotte Hornets.
Current Sentiment
Connaughton viewed as reliable role player despite recent struggles and C-minus performance grade this season. His on-court production underwhelming lately, raising questions about consistency and overall contribution to team. Contract appears reasonable at $2.6M annually, though recent waive-and-re-sign saga created minor uncertainty about roster status. Primary narrative focuses on proving roster worthiness after near-miss departure; redemption arc developing. Fans cautiously optimistic he'll stabilize, but concerned about whether he maintains value long-term going forward.
Transaction History
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