Height
6'7"
Weight
230 lbs
Age
25
College
Morehead State
Experience
0 yrs
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD-
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 6 | 2.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 66.7% | 20.0% | 0.0% |
| 2025-26 | | 5 | 2.6 | 1.0 | 0.6 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ ATL | L 102-124 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1-2 | 0-1 | +8 |
Performance Analysis
Riley Minix earns a D- Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA small forwards this season. Through 6 games, Riley is contributing 2.6 points, 1.0 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game in his role. Riley's strongest area is FG% at 66.7, which compares favorably to the small forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 0.6 (small forward median: 4.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, Riley ranks 117th.
Current Sentiment
The media and fan perception around Riley Minix remains tepid at best, with his two-way contract signing generating little more than procedural coverage from Cleveland beat writers. The lack of enthusiasm stems primarily from the developmental nature of his deal — two-way contracts inherently signal "project player" rather than "rotation contributor," leaving fans viewing him as organizational depth rather than a meaningful roster addition. What makes this sentiment particularly harsh is the disconnect between public indifference and his elite 29.1 PER, which suggests he's producing at an exceptional level when given opportunities. The narrative would shift dramatically if Minix can crack Cleveland's rotation and sustain his efficiency metrics against consistent NBA competition, transforming from anonymous prospect to legitimate rotation piece. Right now, public opinion treats him as just another fringe player hoping to stick, despite underlying numbers that hint at genuine upside being overlooked.
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