Paul Reed
#7C · Detroit Pistons
Height
6'9"
Weight
210 lbs
Age
26
College
DePaul
Experience
5 yrs
B-
D+
C+
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Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 313 | 7.1 | 4.4 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 59.7% | 31.2% | 68.3% |
| 2025-26 | | 54 | 7.1 | 4.4 | 1.1 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, 5/3 | vs ORL | W 116-94 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-1 | 0-0 | -5 |
| Fri, 5/1 | @ ORL | W 93-79 | 11 | 6 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$10.9M
Guaranteed
$5.3M
AAV
$5.3M/yr
Guaranteed %49%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
B-
Good Value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
Paul Reed's 2-year, $5.3M AAV deal with the Detroit Pistons represents solid value for a backup center with proven NBA experience, earning a B- Contract Value Index (CVI) grade. At just over $5 million annually, the Pistons secured an above-average role player who brings defensive versatility and rebounding prowess without breaking the bank. Reed's C+ performance grade reflects his limitations as a scorer and occasional inconsistency, but his ability to protect the rim and contribute on the glass makes him a valuable rotation piece in today's center market. The contract structure provides Detroit with cost-effective frontcourt depth while avoiding the premium typically required for starting-caliber big men, who often command $8-12M AAV in this market. Reed's deal falls into that sweet spot where his production justifies the investment without creating long-term financial burden, making this a shrewd pickup for a rebuilding franchise prioritizing roster flexibility. While he's not a franchise-altering signing, the Pistons maximized their dollar efficiency by landing a solid starter-quality center at backup money.
Performance Analysis
C+
#31 of 97 Centers
FCA+
Paul Reed earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting league-average production for a center. Through 313 games, Paul is contributing 7.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game in his role. Paul's strongest area is FG% at 59.7, which compares favorably to the center median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 1.1 (center median: 4.0). Among 97 NBA centers graded this season, Paul ranks 31st.
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