Nassir Little
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United StatesPlayer Info
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
15
MPG
33.87
PPG
25.07
2PM%
49%
3PM%
38%
REB
6.87
AST
3.13
STL
1.07
BLK
0.73
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
B1 2026-2027Regular Season
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
15
Games Started
15
Minutes
33.87
Points
25.07
Rebound
6.87
Assist
3.13
Block
0.73
Steal
1.07
Field Goal %
43%
3-Point Field Goal %
38%
Free Throw %
80%
Offensive Rebound
0.73
Defensive Rebound
6.13
Turnovers
2.07
Assists/Turnovers
1.5
Personal Fouls
1.8
Total Data
Points
376
Rebound
103
Assist
47
Block
11
Steal
16
Field Goal %
43%
3-Point Field Goal %
38%
Free Throw %
80%
Offensive Rebound
11
Defensive Rebound
92
Turnovers
31
Personal Fouls
27