Height
6'9"
Weight
225 lbs
Age
20
Experience
0 yrs
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 60 | 3.6 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 43.4% | 39.3% | 78.6% |
| 2025-26 | | 62 | 3.6 | 1.4 | 0.7 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs TOR | W 112-95 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0-2 | 0-2 | +3 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.3M
Guaranteed
$1.3M
AAV
$1.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Mohamed Diawara's one-year, $1.3M deal earns a solid C CVI, representing appropriate market value for a developing second-round pick in his rookie season. His modest production of 3.6 points and 1.4 rebounds across 62 games aligns with his D performance grade, but the contract reflects smart organizational patience rather than immediate impact expectations. At just 20 years old, Diawara's minimal salary carries virtually zero risk while preserving significant upside potential for a small forward still learning NBA systems. The media narrative around his "shocking developmental trajectory" and status as a "pleasant surprise" suggests the Knicks identified legitimate long-term value in this low-cost flyer. His single-year term provides maximum flexibility to either retain him at a similar rate or invest more heavily if his development accelerates. For a rookie-scale deal, this represents exactly the type of calculated gamble that championship-level organizations make on young talent without meaningful downside exposure.
Performance Analysis
Mohamed Diawara earns a D Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA small forwards this season. Through 60 games, Mohamed is contributing 3.6 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game in his role. Mohamed's strongest area is FG% at 43.4, which compares favorably to the small forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 0.7 (small forward median: 4.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, Mohamed ranks 105th. At 20, Mohamed is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the New York Knicks.
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