Tim Hardaway Jr. Grades & Analysis — SG | Denver Nuggets

Height

6'5"

Weight

205 lbs

Age

College

Michigan

Experience

12 yrs

Wingspan

6'7.0"

Reach

8'5.0"

Hand Size

8" × 9.25"

CVI

B+

Sentiment

C+

Performance

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Fan Verdict

Grade this player:

Career StatsC+

Year	Team	GP	PPG	RPG	APG	SPG	BPG	FG%	3PT%	FT%
Career		883	13.8	2.6	1.4	0.5	0.1	45.0%	36.5%	81.5%
2025-26		72	13.8	2.6	1.4

Current Contract

Length

1 year

Total Value

$2.3M

Guaranteed

$2.3M

AAV

$2.3M/yr

Guaranteed %100%

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Great Value

OverpayFair ValueGreat Value

Tim Hardaway Jr. earns an A CVI on his one-year, $2.3M deal with Denver — an absolute steal for a longtime veteran delivering clutch production off the bench. The 34-year-old guard's solid 13.8 PPG across 72 games in a sixth-man role represents exceptional value at that price point, especially considering his hot three-point shooting and game-winning contributions that have sparked legitimate Sixth Man of the Year buzz. At barely above the veteran minimum, Denver secured a proven scorer who knows how to elevate his game in crucial moments, with his recent explosive performances against teams like Toronto showcasing the type of instant offense that's invaluable in playoff situations. The financial risk is virtually nonexistent on a one-year commitment, while the upside of having a 13-season veteran capable of those signature scoring bursts makes this deal a front office masterclass. With Hardaway Jr. riding a wave of positive momentum and building a legitimate case for individual recognition, the Nuggets couldn't have asked for better production relative to their modest investment. This contract exemplifies smart roster construction — finding experienced role players who can deliver in big moments without breaking the bank.

Performance Analysis

C+

#40 of 147 Shooting Guards

FCA+

Tim Hardaway Jr. earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting league-average production for a shooting guard. This season, Tim is putting up 13.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game across 883 games. Tim's strongest area is FG% at 45.0, which compares favorably to the shooting guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 1.4 (shooting guard median: 4.0). Among 147 NBA shooting guards graded this season, Tim ranks 40th.