
#2PG · Miami Heat
Height
6'1"
Weight
190 lbs
Age
32
College
Louisville
Experience
10 yrs
Wingspan
6'8.3"
Reach
8'2.5"
Hand Size
8.25" × 8.5"
Grade this player:
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 665 | 10.6 | 3.7 | 2.6 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 39.1% | 36.1% | 82.9% |
| 2024-25 | ![]() | 64 | 10.6 | 3.7 | 2.6 |
Length
1 year
Total Value
$26.6M
Guaranteed
$26.6M
AAV
$26.6M/yr
Terry Rozier's one-year, $26.6M AAV deal with the Miami Heat represents one of the most egregious contract value mismatches in the NBA, earning a dismal F grade on the Contract Value Index (CVI). Despite being positioned as a starting point guard, Rozier's D-level performance this season falls catastrophically short of justifying elite-tier compensation that ranks among the highest annual salaries for his position. His struggles with efficiency, decision-making, and defensive impact have made him a clear liability rather than the difference-maker Miami expected when they committed to this substantial financial investment. The Heat essentially paid franchise player money for replacement-level production, creating a massive drag on their salary cap flexibility. While the short-term nature of the deal prevents long-term damage, Rozier's inability to deliver even middling starter value at an All-Star salary makes this one of the worst contract value propositions in the league. This CVI grade reflects the stark reality that Miami vastly overpaid for a player who has actively hindered their competitive goals rather than enhanced them.
Terry Rozier earns a D Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA point guards this season. Through 665 games, Terry is contributing 10.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game in his role. Terry's best relative area is FG% at 39.1, though it still falls below the point guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 2.6 (point guard median: 4.0). Among 93 NBA point guards graded this season, Terry ranks 75th.
Miami Heat waived guard Terry Rozier
Miami Heat · cut · 4/10/2026
Acquired G Terry Rozier from Charlotte Hornets for a 2027 first-round draft pick and G Kyle Lowry.
Miami Heat · trade · 1/23/2024
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| 0.6 |
| 0.2 |
| 39.1% |
| 29.5% |
| 85.2% |
| 2023-24 | ![]() | 61 | 19.8 | 4.0 | 5.6 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 44.3% | 36.3% | 86.9% |
| 2022-23 | ![]() | 63 | 21.1 | 4.1 | 5.1 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 41.5% | 32.7% | 80.9% |
| 2021-22 | ![]() | 73 | 19.3 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 44.4% | 37.4% | 85.2% |
| 2020-21 | ![]() | 69 | 20.4 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 45.0% | 38.9% | 81.7% |
| 2019-20 | ![]() | 63 | 18.0 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 42.3% | 40.7% | 87.4% |
| 2018-19 | ![]() | 9 | 6.4 | 4.3 | 1.9 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 32.2% | 23.5% | 75.0% |
| 2017-18 | ![]() | 19 | 16.5 | 5.3 | 5.7 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 40.6% | 34.7% | 82.1% |
| 2016-17 | ![]() | 17 | 5.6 | 2.6 | 1.9 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 40.2% | 36.8% | 80.0% |
| 2015-16 | ![]() | 5 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 39.1% | 36.4% | 100.0% |
Rozier's C- performance has made him expendable despite his veteran experience and salary. Miami's waiver plans signal organizational loss of confidence in his current contribution level. Media coverage reflects genuine basketball concerns, not clickbait—his production doesn't justify $26.6M investment. Fan sentiment mirrors front office position: expecting his departure before playoffs materialize. A decade-long career appears to be concluding with significant diminishment in role and value.