Sion James
#4SG · Charlotte Hornets
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 71 | 5.4 | 3.5 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 38.0% | 37.0% | 83.9% |
| 2025-26 | 71 | 5.4 | 3.5 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 38.0% | 37.0% | 83.9% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$4.7M
AAV
$1.2M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Sion James's contract with the Charlotte Hornets grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C+ CVI grade. At $1.2M per year over 4 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Sion's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Shooting Guards. At 23 years old, Sion 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
Sion James earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 71 career games, Sion has averaged 5.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. Sion's strongest metric is FG% at 3798.7, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is PPG at 5.4, below the Shooting Guard median of 15.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Sion ranks 112th in overall performance. Sion will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Charlotte Hornets.
Current Sentiment
Duke prospect Sion James generates cautious optimism despite modest C-minus performance grade currently. Early production shows promise with ahead-of-schedule development, earning modest media praise for winning impact. Low $1.2M salary makes contract excellent value, removing financial scrutiny from evaluation discussions. Smooth NBA transition narrative dominates coverage, positioning him as intriguing young asset to develop. Fans remain guardedly optimistic—potential trajectory matters more than immediate results for rebuilding Hornets.
Transaction History
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