Height
7'1"
Weight
256 lbs
Age
24
College
Creighton
Experience
0 yrs
Wingspan
7'5.0"
Reach
9'4.5"
Hand Size
9.25" × 11"
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 58 | 7.9 | 5.7 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 74.7% | 0.0% | 68.9% |
| 2025-26 | | 59 | 7.9 | 5.7 | 0.8 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs DET | L 100-118 | 23 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1-1 | 0-0 | -12 |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$10.0M
Guaranteed
$4.7M
AAV
$2.3M/yr
Performance Analysis
Ryan Kalkbrenner earns a C+ Performance grade — solid for a rookie, with room to grow into a larger role. Through 58 games, Ryan is contributing 7.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game in his role. Ryan's strongest area is FG% at 74.7, which compares favorably to the center median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 0.8 (center median: 4.0). Among 97 NBA centers graded this season, Ryan ranks 47th. At 24, Ryan is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Charlotte Hornets.
Current Sentiment
Kalkbrenner is a young prospect with modest production metrics showing potential development. His C-grade performance and injury setbacks have limited breakout moments so far. Media coverage is largely neutral, focusing on opportunity rather than elite production. Fans view him as a bench-to-rotation player with upside, not a cornerstone piece. The low salary suggests Charlotte values him as a developmental prospect, not established starter.
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