Height
6'6"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
23
College
California
Experience
1 yrs
Wingspan
6'8.0"
Reach
8'6.5"
Hand Size
8.25" × 9.5"
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 111 | 13.1 | 5.1 | 2.2 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 49.6% | 43.6% | 75.2% |
| 2025-26 | | 64 | 13.1 | 5.1 | 2.2 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ ATL | L 102-124 | 24 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 7-15 | 0-5 | -10 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$7.2M
Guaranteed
$7.2M
AAV
$3.5M/yr
Performance Analysis
Jaylon Tyson earns a C+ Performance grade — solid for a sophomore, with room to grow into a larger role. This season, Jaylon is putting up 13.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game across 111 games. Jaylon's strongest area is FG% at 49.6, which compares favorably to the shooting guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 2.2 (shooting guard median: 4.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, Jaylon ranks 40th. At 23, Jaylon is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Current Sentiment
Jaylon Tyson is riding a wave of genuine optimism in Cleveland, with fans and media viewing the second-year guard as a legitimate building block after his Rising Stars selection and consistent positive coverage from national outlets. The sentiment boost stems from his emergence addressing a clear roster need for the Cavaliers, combined with his rapid development trajectory that has analysts projecting franchise-caliber upside despite his rookie contract status. While a recent NBA fine and typical growing pains have prevented him from reaching elite perception levels, his on-court production appears to be validating much of the hype, creating rare alignment between expectation and reality. The narrative could shift dramatically if he hits the typical sophomore wall or if Cleveland's playoff positioning falters, but his strong foundational reputation provides solid cushion. Public opinion has clearly landed on Tyson as a genuine winner and cornerstone piece — the type of young talent that generates excitement rather than skepticism, earning him a B+ sentiment grade that reflects both current optimism and realistic acknowledgment of his developmental stage.
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