Jalen Johnson
#1SF · Atlanta Hawks
All-Star '25All-Star '26
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Height
6'8"
Weight
219 lbs
Age
24
College
Duke
Experience
4 yrs
Wingspan
7'0.3"
Reach
8'10.0"
Hand Size
9.75" × 10.5"
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The Verdict on Jalen, in One Read
On the field, Jalen Johnson grades out as an excellent SF for Atlanta Hawks (A Impact). That places him 3rd of 119 graded small forwards. In his on-court role, the grade is excellent (A+ Role), reflecting how he produces relative to others at his position. The money matches the play — the Contract Value Index lands at A-, a clear bargain. The public read is very positive (A Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
Career StatsA+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 256 | 22.5 | 10.3 | 7.9 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 48.9% | 33.5% | 75.1% |
| 2025-26 | | 72 | 22.5 | 10.3 | 7.9 |
Performance Grade by Season
PeakA-LongevityMid-CareerRecentA
| Season | Team | GP | PTS | REB | AST | FG% | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | | 72 | 22.5 | 10.3 | 7.9 | 48.9% | A A |
| 2024-25 | | 36 | 18.9 | 10.0 | 5.0 | 50.0% | A- A- |
| 2023-24 | | 56 | 16.0 | 8.7 | 3.6 | 51.1% | B+ B+ |
| 2022-23 | | 70 | 5.6 | 4.0 | 1.2 | 49.1% | C- C- |
| 2021-22 | | 22 | 2.4 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 53.7% | D D |
Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 4/30 | vs NYK | L 89-140 | 32 | 21 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 7-15 | 2-5 | -43 |
| Wed, 4/29 | @ NYK | L 97-126 | 35 | 18 |
Current Contract
Length
5 years
Total Value
$150.0M
Guaranteed
$60.0M
AAV
$30.0M/yr
Guaranteed %40%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
A-
Great Value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
Among SF contracts at this AAV tier, Jalen Johnson grades a A- Contract Value Index. At $30M AAV on a five-year deal, Johnson's contract represents genuine star-level compensation, and his A+ performance grade—anchored by his 2025-26 season production of 22.5 PPG, 10.3 RPG, and 7.9 APG across 72 games—validates that expenditure entirely. He's proven himself a franchise-caliber forward at 24 years old, with back-to-back All-Star selections and the kind of efficient, multi-faceted game that justifies premium wings in today's NBA market. The five-year structure locks in his development arc as a 5-year veteran while keeping him in his prime throughout the deal's duration, a sensible commitment that avoids the risk of underselling a player on a genuine upward trajectory. Media narratives and fan sentiment both frame Johnson as central to Atlanta's competitive vision—not a reclamation project but a cornerstone piece—and his recent production (including his standout 29-point, 6-rebound, 6-assist performance against Boston) reinforces that he's delivering impact on both ends of the floor. The CVI grade of A- reflects a contract that pays him appropriately for his current standing without overpaying for projection, positioning the Hawks to build around him as a long-term competitive anchor.
Performance Analysis
A+
#3 of 119 Small Forwards
FCA+
Jalen Johnson is playing at an elite level this season, earning an A+ Performance grade. Among NBA small forwards, he's producing at an All-Star or All-NBA caliber. He's averaging 22.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 7.9 assists through 256 games — carrying a significant offensive load. Jalen's strongest area is RPG at 10.3, which compares favorably to the small forward median of 5.0. The biggest area for growth is FG% at 48.9 (small forward median: 46.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, Jalen ranks 3rd. As a All-Star talent at just 24, Jalen's development trajectory suggests the best is yet to come for the Atlanta Hawks.
Contracts in the Same Value Band
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Jalen's contract sits relative to comparable money.
How Jalen Compares at the Position
Jalen Johnson ranks 3rd of 119 graded small forwards by performance. That slots Jalen between Kawhi Leonard (A+) just ahead and LeBron James (A+) just behind.
Graded higher
Kawhi LeonardLos Angeles ClippersA+Kevin DurantHouston RocketsA+Jalen JohnsonA+
Graded lower
LeBron JamesLos Angeles LakersA+Deni AvdijaPortland Trail BlazersTransaction History
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About this player
Jalen Johnson is a player in his 4th NBA season listed at SF for the Atlanta Hawks. 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 Jalen Johnson, 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 A-, Performance A+, Sentiment A.
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