Height
6'10"
Weight
235 lbs
Age
25
College
Gonzaga
Experience
1 yrs
Wingspan
7'1.8"
Reach
9'0.5"
Hand Size
9" × 10"
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 30 | 3.4 | 1.3 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 58.8% | 31.5% | 60.9% |
| 2025-26 | | 21 | 3.4 | 1.3 | 0.8 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.0M
Guaranteed
$2.0M
AAV
$2.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Lakers' decision to bring Drew Timme aboard on a $2.0M one-year deal earns a C- CVI, reflecting a low-risk flyer with minimal upside for a franchise in championship mode. While the former Gonzaga star showed impressive college production, his transition to the NBA remains highly questionable given his limitations as an undersized big man who lacks the athleticism and defensive versatility demanded at the professional level. At $2M AAV, this represents a reasonable gamble on a rotational player who could potentially provide bench scoring, but the Lakers are essentially paying for developmental potential rather than immediate impact during LeBron James' twilight years. The short-term nature of the contract provides flexibility, though Timme's skill set — primarily post scoring and rebounding — doesn't align particularly well with modern NBA trends or the Lakers' need for floor-spacing and defensive versatility around their aging core. This signing feels more like organizational depth than a meaningful addition to their championship puzzle, with limited trade value given his unproven NBA resume.
Performance Analysis
Drew Timme earns a D Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA power forwards this season. Through 30 games, Drew is contributing 3.4 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game in his role. Drew's strongest area is FG% at 58.8, which compares favorably to the power forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 0.8 (power forward median: 4.0). Among 84 NBA power forwards graded this season, Drew ranks 70th.
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