Last Updated on January 12, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Matas Arvidas Buzelis is a Lithuanian-American professional basketball player known for his versatility and skill set.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Matas Arvidas Buzelis
- Nationality: Lithuanian / American
- Date of Birth: October 13, 2004
- Hometown: Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Height: 6 feet 10 inches (208 cm)
- Weight: 209 pounds (95 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 11 inches
- Shoe Size: Size 17 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Small Forward
- Jersey Number: 14
- High School:
- Hinsdale Central High School (Hinsdale, Illinois)
- Brewster Academy (Wolfeboro, New Hampshire)
- Sunrise Christian Academy (Bel Aire, Kansas)
- Professional Path:
- Opted to forgo college basketball
- Joined NBA G League Ignite for the 2023–2024 season
- NBA Draft: Selected 11th overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 2024 NBA Draft
- Teams Played For:
- NBA G League Ignite (2023–2024)
- Chicago Bulls (2024–present)
- Windy City Bulls (2024–2025, on assignment)
Achievements:
- NBA G League Next Up Game: 2024
- McDonald’s All-American: 2023
- Jordan Brand Classic: 2023
- Nike Hoop Summit: 2022
- Gatorade Kansas Boys Basketball Player of the Year: 2022–2023
Personal Life:
- Parents:
- Father: Aidas Buzelis, a former professional basketball player in Lithuania
- Mother: Kristina Jankauskaitė, also a former basketball player in Lithuania
- Siblings:
- Sister: Sophia Buzelis, a collegiate lacrosse player at Furman University
- Brother: Vincas Buzelis, an emerging basketball player
- Children: None
Buzelis’s decision to join the NBA G League Ignite showcased his commitment to developing his game against top-tier talent, leading to his selection by his hometown team, the Chicago Bulls. His family’s rich basketball heritage has been a significant influence on his career.