Nassir Little
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Nassir Little, the forward currently playing for the Chiba Jets in Japan, is a former first-round pick whose NBA career has taken an international turn in search of consistent playing time. The 26-year-old from Orange Park, Florida, was selected 25th overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2019 NBA Draft after one season at the University of North Carolina. In Portland, Little showed flashes of his potential as a strong, athletic wing with defensive capabilities, but he struggled to carve out a steady role in a crowded rotation. A trade to the Phoenix Suns did little to change his fortunes, leading to his decision to continue his career overseas with the Chiba Jets in the Japanese B.League. While his NBA tenure was inconsistent, the move to Japan offers Little a chance to be a featured player and further develop his all-around game. His journey reflects the competitive nature of the NBA and the global opportunities available for talented athletes to showcase their skills and reignite their careers.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
B1 2026-2027Regular Season
GP
2
MPG
35
PPG
26
2PM%
42%
3PM%
40%
REB
7.5
AST
3
STL
0.5
BLK
0
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
B1 2026-2027Regular Season
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
2
Games Started
2
Minutes
35
Points
26
Rebound
7.5
Assist
3
Block
0
Steal
0.5
Field Goal %
41%
3-Point Field Goal %
40%
Free Throw %
92%
Offensive Rebound
0.5
Defensive Rebound
7
Turnovers
3.5
Assists/Turnovers
0.9
Personal Fouls
2
Total Data
Points
52
Rebound
15
Assist
6
Block
0
Steal
1
Field Goal %
41%
3-Point Field Goal %
40%
Free Throw %
92%
Offensive Rebound
1
Defensive Rebound
14
Turnovers
7
Personal Fouls
4