Rui Hachimura
#28PF · Los Angeles Lakers
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 396 | 12.6 | 4.6 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 49.7% | 39.2% | 76.4% |
| 2025-26 | 59 | 11.1 | 3.2 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 50.5% | 43.8% | 75.9% |
| 2024-25 | 5 | 14.8 | 4.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 49.1% | 48.4% | 100.0% |
| 2023-24 | 5 | 7.8 | 3.8 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 39.5% | 35.7% | 50.0% |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$18.3M
AAV
$18.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Rui Hachimura's contract with the Los Angeles Lakers grades out as an overpay, earning a D CVI grade. At $18.3M per year over 1 year, this is a mid-tier contract. Rui's deal falls in the mid-tier tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 28 years old, Rui is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The team paid a premium that will need to be justified by on-court production. The team will need Rui to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Rui Hachimura earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 396 career games, Rui has averaged 12.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. Rui's strongest metric is FG% at 4970.7, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.2, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Rui ranks 37th in overall performance. Rui will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Current Sentiment
Rui Hachimura faces mixed-to-negative sentiment amid inconsistent play and leadership friction. His C-grade performance disappoints fans expecting more from a key rotation piece. At $18.3M annually, he's viewed as overpaid given current production levels and role uncertainty. The dominant narrative centers on his willingness to accept a bench role amid reported tensions. Fan confidence is pessimistic; concerns about fit, consistency, and potential trade value are growing.
Transaction History
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