Taylor Hendricks
#22PF · Memphis Grizzlies
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 95 | 7.2 | 4.1 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 45.4% | 36.0% | 70.7% |
| 2025-26 | 52 | 7.3 | 3.6 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 47.2% | 35.1% | 66.7% |
| 2024-25 | 3 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 1.3 | 22.2% | 25.0% | 75.0% |
| 2023-24 | 40 | 7.3 | 4.6 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 45.0% | 37.9% | 79.3% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$13.9M
AAV
$7.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Taylor Hendricks's contract with the Memphis Grizzlies grades out as a slightly below-market contract, earning a D+ CVI grade. At $7.0M per year over 2 years, this is a role player contract. Taylor's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Power Forwards. At 22 years old, Taylor 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 Taylor to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Taylor Hendricks earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 95 career games, Taylor has averaged 7.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game. Taylor's strongest metric is FG% at 4543.8, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.9, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Taylor ranks 40th in overall performance. Taylor will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Current Sentiment
Taylor Hendricks generates cautious intrigue rather than consensus—media recognizes potential but fans remain skeptical. His defense and athleticism draw praise, yet inconsistent offensive production tempers enthusiasm significantly. At $7M annually, contract appears reasonable but performance hasn't justified 'future cornerstone' narratives yet. The dominant storyline centers on whether he'll cement a permanent starting role or remain a bench option. Fan sentiment leans optimistic but guarded; most see upside worth monitoring rather than immediate impact player.
Transaction History
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