Height
6'5"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
26
College
Vanderbilt
Experience
5 yrs
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 330 | 13.5 | 4.1 | 1.9 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 40.4% | 38.1% | 83.0% |
| 2025-26 | | 43 | 13.5 | 4.1 | 1.9 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$22.0M
Guaranteed
$22.0M
AAV
$11.0M/yr
Performance Analysis
Aaron Nesmith earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting league-average production for a small forward. This season, Aaron is putting up 13.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game across 330 games. Aaron's strongest area is PPG at 13.5, which compares favorably to the small forward median of 15.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 1.9 (small forward median: 4.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, Aaron ranks 34th.
Current Sentiment
Nesmith faces mounting scrutiny as a C+ performer on a historically bad Pacers team. His injury management became public controversy when Carlisle criticized NBA handling of his availability. Limited offensive impact (10.7 PER) hasn't justified rotation consistency despite modest contract. Media focus centers on team dysfunction rather than individual capability, creating marginal reputation damage. Perception leans negative—neither starter nor bench clarity, with injury concerns amplifying questions about role viability.
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