Height
6'2"
Weight
189 lbs
Age
23
College
Colorado
Experience
1 yrs
Wingspan
6'4.5"
Reach
7'9.5"
Hand Size
8.25" × 9.25"
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 53 | 5.2 | 2.0 | 2.5 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 34.4% | 26.6% | 76.5% |
| 2025-26 | | 17 | 5.2 | 2.0 | 2.5 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | vs OKC | W 127-107 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1-1 | 0-0 | +6 |
Performance Analysis
KJ Simpson earns a D Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA point guards this season. Through 53 games, KJ is contributing 5.2 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game in his role. KJ's strongest area is FG% at 34.4, which compares favorably to the point guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is PPG at 5.2 (point guard median: 15.0). Among 93 NBA point guards graded this season, KJ ranks 73rd. At 23, KJ is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Denver Nuggets.
Current Sentiment
KJ Simpson signed a two-way deal with Denver, generating local excitement around his homecoming narrative. His C-grade performance and 8.6 PER suggest he remains a developmental prospect rather than immediate contributor. Media coverage is largely positive regarding the Colorado pipeline story, but this reflects nostalgia rather than on-court impact. Fan sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, hoping he develops into a rotation player. Overall perception is mixed—feel-good storyline masks underwhelming production as a depth guard.
Transaction History
Denver Nuggets sign G KJ Simpson
Denver Nuggets · signing · 2/19/2026
Charlotte Hornets release G KJ Simpson
Charlotte Hornets · cut · 2/6/2026
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