Royce O'Neale: 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 | 28:07 | 9.7 | 4.9 | 2.7 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 3.3/7.8 42.5% | 0.7/1.3 50.5% | 2.7/6.5 40.9% | 0.4/0.5 72.7% | 0.8 | 4.1 | 1.3 | 0.1 | 2.3 | 0.7 | -1.8 | 12.7 | 11.0 | 5.0 | 14.1% | 9.3 | 60.2% | 59.5% | 83.2% | 6.8% | 2.9% | 16.7% | 9.6% | 12.2% | 2.2% | 14.6 | 1.8% | 1.4% |
Last Games
| Date | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Game | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:10 | 8 | 7 | 2 | - | - | D 122-131 vs  | NBA | |
| 22:20 | 3 | 6 | - | - | - | D 109-121 vs | NBA | |
| 34:12 | 16 | 9 | 4 | 2 | - | D 120-107 @ | NBA | |
| 22:41 | 4 | 3 | 3 | - | 1 | D 119-84 @ | NBA | |
| 25:37 | 11 | 2 | 1 | - | - | V 111-96 vs  | NBA | |
| 23:32 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 4 | - | D 110-114 vs  | NBA | |
| 22:06 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 3 | - | D 101-73 @  | NBA |
Player Profile
Few NBA players can claim to have turned an undrafted path into a seven-season career at the highest level. Royce O'Neale embodies that rare resilience that forges true basketball professionals.
His road to the NBA was never a straight one. After shining at the University of Denver, where he earned Western Athletic Conference honors in 2012-13, O'Neale made a decision that reveals his character: he transferred to Baylor to be closer to his ailing grandfather. This family loyalty, far from hurting his performance, earned him an NCAA waiver allowing him to play immediately.
Yet the 2015 draft completely passed him by. Rather than give up, the Texas forward crossed the Atlantic to sharpen his game in Germany and Spain. That European experience shaped his style: disciplined defense, tactical versatility, and basketball IQ — qualities that caught the attention of the Utah Jazz during the 2017 Summer League.
Over five seasons in Salt Lake City, O'Neale became the archetype of the indispensable role player. A defensive specialist capable of playing the 3 and 4 positions, he brought the consistency every coach looks for. His stints with the Nets and then the Suns confirmed that reputation, culminating in a career-high 21 points against the Clippers in October 2024.
In Phoenix, O'Neale continues to write his unique success story, proving that raw talent isn't always enough — sometimes it's determination that opens the most stubborn doors.
Honors & Championships
Royce O'Neale has established himself as one of the most versatile and reliable players in the NBA over his eight professional seasons.
- Eight NBA seasons with the Utah Jazz, Brooklyn Nets, and Phoenix Suns, playing primarily as a forward
- Career averages of 9.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game during the 2024-2025 season with the Suns
- First career triple-double on November 17, 2022, with Brooklyn (11 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists) in a win over Portland
- Career-high 21 points in a single game set with Phoenix in 2024
- Seven consecutive playoff appearances in a key rotation role
- Widely recognized for his defensive versatility and professionalism, despite no All-Star selections or NBA championship
Awards & Individual Honors
Royce O'Neale perfectly illustrates the profile of an indispensable role player, built on an exemplary work ethic and defensive versatility recognized throughout the league.
- All-Western Athletic Conference honor during the 2012-13 season at the University of Denver
- Recognized for his defensive skills and versatility within his teams
- Valued as a role player and respected for his work ethic and professional attitude
