History of Matas Buzelis in Timeline

Matas Buzelis is a Lithuanian-American professional basketball player currently playing for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. He was drafted 11th overall by the Bulls in the 2024 NBA draft. Buzelis is a promising young talent in the world of professional basketball.

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October 13, 2004: Matas Buzelis was born

On October 13, 2004, Matas Arvidas Buzelis was born. He is a Lithuanian American professional basketball player.

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2007: Last Bulls player to participate in NBA Slam Dunk Contest

In 2007, Tyrus Thomas was the last Chicago Bulls player to participate in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest before Buzelis.

July 21, 2022: Committed to the Lithuania men's national basketball team

On July 21, 2022, Buzelis committed to the Lithuania men's national basketball team for international competitions.

2022: Named New Hampshire Gatorade Player of the Year

In 2022, Buzelis was named the New Hampshire Gatorade Player of the Year after averaging 11.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.2 steals per game. He was also selected to play for Team World in the 2022 Nike Hoop Summit.

May 31, 2023: Signed with the NBA G League Ignite

On May 31, 2023, Buzelis officially signed with the NBA G League Ignite. During the 2023–24 NBA G League season Buzelis averaged 14.1 points, 6.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.

2023: Considered college basketball

In 2023, Buzelis was a consensus five-star recruit. He considered playing college basketball for Kentucky, North Carolina, Florida State and Wake Forest, ultimately choosing to play professionally for NBA G League Ignite.

2023: Selected for McDonald's All-American Boys Game and named MVP at Basketball Without Borders camp

In 2023, Buzelis was selected to play in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game. He also took part in the Basketball Without Borders camp during the 2023 NBA All-Star weekend and was named the camp's MVP.