Height
6'8"
Weight
209 lbs
Age
21
Experience
1 yrs
Wingspan
6'10.0"
Reach
8'9.5"
Hand Size
8.5" × 9.25"
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB-
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 149 | 16.2 | 5.6 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 1.5 | 46.7% | 36.0% | 79.1% |
| 2025-26 | | 70 | 16.2 | 5.6 | 2.0 |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$18.8M
Guaranteed
$11.2M
AAV
$5.5M/yr
Performance Analysis
Matas Buzelis earns a B- Performance grade this season — a quality starter-level power forward putting up solid numbers for the Chicago Bulls. This season, Matas is putting up 16.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game across 149 games. Matas's strongest area is RPG at 5.6, which compares favorably to the power forward median of 5.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 2.0 (power forward median: 4.0). Among 84 NBA power forwards graded this season, Matas ranks 22nd. As a All-Rookie 2nd Team talent at just 21, Matas's development trajectory suggests the best is yet to come for the Chicago Bulls.
Current Sentiment
Buzelis shows flashes of NBA potential with highlight-reel dunks and clutch moments. His C+ performance grade reflects inconsistency typical of young forwards adjusting to the league. Media coverage remains cautiously optimistic, focusing on upside rather than current production. Fan sentiment is mixed—hopeful about development but questioning whether he's fulfilling lottery expectations. At 1 year in, patience dominates over criticism, though production must improve significantly.
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