Height
6'4"
Weight
210 lbs
Age
23
College
VCU
Experience
0 yrs
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 5 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 33.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2025-26 | | 6 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs NOP | W 144-118 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | -13 |
Performance Analysis
Max Shulga earns a D+ Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA shooting guards this season. Through 5 games, Max is contributing 0.7 points, 0.2 rebounds, and 0.3 assists per game in his role. Max's strongest area is FG% at 33.3, which compares favorably to the shooting guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is RPG at 0.2 (shooting guard median: 5.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, Max ranks 109th. At 23, Max is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Boston Celtics.
Current Sentiment
Shulga's historic G League/NBA dual-play achievement generates novelty headlines but masks concerning reality. His catastrophic -19.6 PER and C-grade performance reveal a struggling rookie unable to translate potential. Media sensationalism around records obscures legitimate questions about his NBA viability and role. Fan optimism from freshman intrigue cannot overcome stark statistical evidence of underperformance. Celtics' actual confidence appears limited, treating him primarily as developmental depth piece.
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