Jaylon Tyson: stats, last game & news
Ranking 2025-2026NBA
Statistics 2025-2026
| League | Team | games played | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Field goals | 2-point field goals | 3-point field goals | Free throws | Offensive rebounds | Defensive rebounds | Turnovers | Blocks against | Personal fouls | Fouls drawn | +/- | Évaluation | Performance Index Rating | Player Impact Estimate | Usage % | Possessions | True Shooting % | Effective FG % | 3-Point Attempt Rate | Free Throw Rate | Offensive Rebound % | Defensive Rebound % | Total Rebound % | Assist % | Turnover % | Assist-Turnover Ratio | Steal % | Block % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | 83 | 24:01 | 11.3 | 4.6 | 2 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 4.3/8.9 48.1% | 2.6/4.8 53.0% | 1.7/4 42.3% | 1.1/1.5 73.0% | 1.6 | 3.1 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 2.3 | 1.3 | 1 | 12.7 | 11.3 | 4.5 | 19.0% | 10.9 | 59.4% | 57.7% | 45.5% | 16.5% | 7.1% | 14.1% | 10.6% | 10.9% | 2.6% | 6.7 | 1.4% | 1.4% |
Last Games
| Date | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Game | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:01 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | D 93-130 vs  | NBA | |
| 8:32 | 3 | 3 | 1 | - | - | D 108-121 vs | NBA | |
| 10:29 | 4 | 3 | - | - | - | D 109-93 @ | NBA | |
| 4:01 | - | - | - | - | - | V 94-125 @  | NBA | |
| 2:21 | 2 | - | - | - | - | D 94-115 vs | NBA | |
| 3:05 | - | - | - | - | - | V 113-117 @ | NBA | |
| 7:32 | 1 | 3 | - | - | - | V 112-103 vs | NBA |
Player Profile
When Jaylon Tyson first stepped onto an NBA court wearing a Cleveland Cavaliers jersey, few could have imagined the obstacle-filled journey that brought him there. The forward from Plano, Texas, turned every setback into a stepping stone toward excellence.
It all began at John Paul II High School, where Tyson led his team to a historic state championship during his junior season. His outstanding performances — averaging over 22 points per game as a senior — earned him district MVP honors and a spot on the first-team all-state roster, cementing his status as a top-40 national prospect.
But it was in college that Tyson's true character revealed itself. His collegiate journey, marked by two successive transfers from Texas to Texas Tech and then to California, speaks to an unwavering determination in the face of adversity. The second transfer, prompted by racist comments from a coach, sparked a high-profile legal battle with the NCAA to secure his immediate eligibility at California.
That ordeal forged a more mature player, capable of turning controversy into motivation. His convincing performances with the California Golden Bears permanently silenced any doubts, proving that his resilience matches his on-court talent.
Selected 20th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, Tyson arrived in Cleveland carrying his family's athletic legacy — his father a former football player at Florida A&M, and his brothers Berron and Jordyn also competing in college sports. That culture of performance and perseverance, passed down through generations, now fuels the NBA ambitions of a player who has learned that every challenge can become an opportunity.
Honors & Championships
Jaylon Tyson established himself as a prolific scorer during his college years before taking his first promising steps in the NBA with Cleveland.
- Led the California Golden Bears with 17 games scoring 20 or more points in 2022-23, the most since 2009-10
- Strung together six consecutive 20-point games during the Pac-12 season
- Scored 30 points in a single game twice, his personal college record
- Appeared in 47 NBA games during his 2024-25 rookie season with Cleveland (averaging 3.6 points and 2.0 rebounds)
- Shone in the 2025 NBA Playoffs, averaging 6.0 points over 4 games in limited minutes
- Dominated in the G League in 2024-25, averaging 16.8 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game
Awards & Individual Honors
Jaylon Tyson established himself as one of the most versatile prospects of his generation, culminating in his selection in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft.
- Selected 20th overall in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers
- Named district Most Valuable Player and first-team all-state in high school
- Led Cal with the most 20-point games in a single season since 2009-10
- Recorded multiple double-doubles and near triple-doubles throughout his college career
- Recognized for his versatility and offensive consistency throughout his collegiate career
