Thomas Bryant Grades & Analysis — C | Cleveland Cavaliers

Height

6'9"

Weight

248 lbs

Age

College

Indiana

Experience

8 yrs

Wingspan

7'6.0"

Reach

9'4.5"

Hand Size

9.5" × 10.25"

C-

CVI

Sentiment

Performance

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Fan Verdict

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Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	PPG	RPG	APG	SPG	BPG	FG%	3PT%	FT%
Career		386	6.0	3.1	0.6	0.3	0.4	50.2%	34.6%	78.1%
2025-26		54	6.0	3.1	0.6

Current Contract

Length

1 year

Total Value

$2.3M

Guaranteed

$2.3M

AAV

$2.3M/yr

Guaranteed %100%

Contract Value Index (CVI)

C-

Fair Value

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Bryant's $2.3M AAV deal earns a C- CVI — pedestrian value for a backup center whose performance has underwhelmed this season. His 6.0 points and 3.1 rebounds across 54 games reflect the D-grade performance that dampens his contract appeal, even at a modest salary that sits comfortably in backup big man territory. At 28 years old in his ninth NBA season, Bryant represents the established veteran ceiling you'd expect — no upside surprises, just steady if unspectacular production. The media frames him as a "reliable bench contributor" who provides "solid role-player value," which aligns with getting exactly what Cleveland paid for without any bonus impact. His one-year term limits downside risk, making this a low-stakes depth move rather than a meaningful roster building block. The Cavaliers secured adequate insurance at center without overpaying, though Bryant's middling production prevents this from being a true bargain find.

Performance Analysis

#94 of 97 Centers

FCA+

Thomas Bryant earns a D Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA centers this season. Through 386 games, Thomas is contributing 6.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game in his role. Thomas's strongest area is FG% at 50.2, which compares favorably to the center median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 0.6 (center median: 4.0). Among 97 NBA centers graded this season, Thomas ranks 94th.