CJ Huntley
#22PF · Phoenix Suns
Height
6'9"
Weight
190 lbs
Age
24
College
App State
Experience
0 yrs
B-
D+
B-
D-
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The Verdict on CJ, in One Read
On the field, CJ Huntley grades out as a strong PF for Phoenix Suns (B- Impact). That places him 38th of 84 graded power 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 B-, good value. The public read is negative (D+ 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 |  | 1 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2025-26 | | 1 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, 4/13 | @ OKC | W 135-103 | 29 | 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5-8 | 0-2 | +16 |
| Sat, 4/11 | @ LAL | L 73-101 | 4 | 0 |
Performance Analysis
D+
#38 of 84 Power Forwards
FCA+
CJ Huntley earns a D+ Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA power forwards this season. Through 1 games, CJ is contributing 2.0 points, 0.0 rebounds, and 0.0 assists per game in his role. CJ's strongest area is FG% at 50.0, which compares favorably to the power forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is PPG at 2.0 (power forward median: 15.0). Among 84 NBA power forwards graded this season, CJ ranks 38th. At 24, CJ is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Phoenix Suns.
Current Sentiment
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CJ Huntley draws a D+ sentiment grade as the Phoenix Suns narrative reflects his rotation role. The media framing around Huntley is notably sympathetic — outlets have highlighted his perseverance as an undrafted App State product who earned his way onto the opening night roster, generating genuine goodwill for his underdog arc and organizational trust signaled by his two-way re-signing. However, that human-interest narrative has not yet translated into mainstream credibility, because his on-court production in the 2025-26 season tells a stark story: one game, 2.0 PPG, 0.0 RPG, 0.0 APG — numbers that reflect a player barely registering at the NBA level, not someone commanding rotation consideration. The Suns' recent additions of Haywood Highsmith and Jamaree Bouyea further compress the path to meaningful minutes, and with Phoenix sitting as the No. 8 seed heading into the playoff stretch with 11 days until the Finals, the roster conversation is anchored on proven contributors, not developmental two-way projects. Huntley's sentiment grade is appropriately calibrated: cautious organizational belief in his upside, paired with realistic acknowledgment that he remains a prospect still earning his footing rather than a near-term rotation contributor or trade asset.
Contracts in the Same Value Band
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where CJ's contract sits relative to comparable money.
How CJ Compares at the Position
CJ Huntley ranks 38th of 84 graded power forwards by performance. That slots CJ between Brandon Clarke (C-) just ahead and Keegan Murray (D+) just behind.
Graded higher
Brandon ClarkeMemphis GrizzliesC-Obi ToppinIndiana PacersC-Norchad OmierLos Angeles ClippersD+CJ HuntleyD+
Graded lower
Keegan MurraySacramento KingsTransaction History
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About this player
CJ Huntley is a player on a rookie-scale contract listed at PF for the Phoenix Suns. FanVerdicts covers every NBA player, team, GM, and transaction — and puts your verdict on all of it. Sign in to cast your Fan Verdict on CJ Huntley, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts also brings its own read — performance, sentiment, and Contract Value Index — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index B-, Performance D+, Sentiment D+.
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