Height
6'5"
Weight
160 lbs
Age
21
Experience
1 yrs
Wingspan
6'8.5"
Reach
8'6.0"
Hand Size
8.5" × 8.5"
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 69 | 2.8 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 32.6% | 24.6% | 85.0% |
| 2025-26 | | 40 | 2.8 | 1.1 | 0.9 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | @ SAS | L 120-139 | 20 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4-9 | 1-2 | -9 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$6.3M
Guaranteed
$6.3M
AAV
$3.1M/yr
Performance Analysis
AJ Johnson earns a D+ Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA shooting guards this season. Through 69 games, AJ is contributing 2.8 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game in his role. AJ's strongest area is FG% at 32.6, which compares favorably to the shooting guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is PPG at 2.8 (shooting guard median: 15.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, AJ ranks 123rd. At 21, AJ is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Dallas Mavericks.
Current Sentiment
AJ Johnson remains a developmental guard struggling to establish NBA-level consistency. G League promotions and roster flux suggest organizational uncertainty about his trajectory. His PER of 4.9 and C-minus grade indicate significant performance gaps versus expectations. Trade speculation reflects low asset value rather than high demand from Dallas. Limited experience and weak production metrics make his long-term role questionable.
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