Height
6'5"
Weight
206 lbs
Age
22
College
Washington State
Experience
0 yrs
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 54 | 13.4 | 6.2 | 2.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 46.4% | 33.6% | 84.6% |
| 2025-26 | | 54 | 13.4 | 6.2 | 2.8 |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$26.3M
Guaranteed
$11.7M
AAV
$5.7M/yr
Performance Analysis
Cedric Coward earns a C+ Performance grade — solid for a rookie, with room to grow into a larger role. This season, Cedric is putting up 13.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game across 54 games. Cedric's strongest area is RPG at 6.2, which compares favorably to the shooting guard median of 5.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 2.8 (shooting guard median: 4.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, Cedric ranks 43rd. At 22, Cedric is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Current Sentiment
Cedric Coward commands intrigue as a D-III-to-NBA feel-good story with compelling narrative momentum. His C-grade performance and 14.8 PER suggest inconsistent production raising legitimate questions about sustainability. Media coverage leans positive on his journey and athleticism, but on-court results remain underwhelming for validation. Modest contract limits downside risk, positioning him as a developing prospect rather than established contributor. Overall perception reflects cautious optimism tempered by modest statistical evidence of NBA-level impact.
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