Brooks Barnhizer
#23SF · Oklahoma City Thunder
Height
6'6"
Weight
230 lbs
Age
24
College
Northwestern
Draft
2025, Rd 2, #14
Experience
0 yrs
C-
F
C+
D+
N/A
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The Verdict on Brooks, in One Read
On the field, Brooks Barnhizer grades out as a middling SF for Oklahoma City Thunder (C+ Impact). That places him 102nd of 119 graded small forwards. In his on-court role, the grade is shaky (D+ Role), reflecting how he produces relative to others at his position. The money matches the play — the Contract Value Index lands at C-, fairly priced. The public read is sharply negative (F Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score. As a prospect, expect these grades to move quickly as a real sample builds.
Career StatsD-
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 35 | 1.3 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 38.0% | 29.4% | 66.7% |
| 2025-26 | | 36 | 1.3 | 1.8 | 0.5 |
Performance Grade by Season
CareerD-| Season | Team | GP | PTS | REB | AST | FG% | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | | 36 | 1.3 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 38.0% | D- D- |
Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.
Performance Analysis
D-
#102 of 119 Small Forwards
FCA+
Brooks Barnhizer earns a D- Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA small forwards this season. Through 35 games, Brooks is contributing 1.3 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game in his role. Brooks's best relative area is FG% at 38.0, though it still falls below the small forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is PPG at 1.3 (small forward median: 15.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, Brooks ranks 102nd. At 24, Brooks is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Current Sentiment
F
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Barnhizer is a drafted prospect with developmental potential but struggling early production. Media focuses on skill gaps, particularly jump shooting, limiting immediate NBA viability. OKC's investment suggests front office confidence in long-term trajectory and raw tools. Current C- performance and low efficiency metrics create legitimate concerns about NBA fit. Rookie status provides patience, but he must improve significantly to secure rotation minutes.
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Contracts in the Same Value Band
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where Brooks's contract sits relative to comparable money.
How Brooks Compares at the Position
Brooks Barnhizer ranks 102nd of 119 graded small forwards by performance. That slots Brooks between MarJon Beauchamp (D-) just ahead and Harrison Ingram (D-) just behind.
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MarJon BeauchampPhiladelphia SixersD-Will RileyWashington WizardsD-Khris MiddletonDallas MavericksD-Brooks BarnhizerD-
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