Matas Buzelis
#14PF · Chicago Bulls
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 149 | 12.1 | 4.5 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 1.2 | 46.2% | 36.0% | 79.1% |
| 2025-26 | 69 | 16.1 | 5.6 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 1.5 | 46.6% | 35.9% | 77.9% |
| 2024-25 | 80 | 8.6 | 3.5 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 45.4% | 36.1% | 81.5% |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$11.2M
AAV
$3.7M/yr
Performance Analysis
Matas Buzelis earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Power Forward. Across 149 career games, Matas has averaged 12.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Matas's strongest metric is FG% at 4615.4, compared to the NBA Power Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 1.5, below the Power Forward median of 4.0. Among 83 NBA Power Forwards graded this season, Matas ranks 28th in overall performance. Matas will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Chicago Bulls.
Current Sentiment
Media and fans view Buzelis as a promising young cornerstone with significant upside potential. Recent dominant performances against Memphis and elite statistical comparisons to Wembanyama generating considerable optimism. Contract appears reasonable for a developing talent with clear franchise importance messaging. The narrative centers on whether Buzelis can sustain excellence and become a franchise pillar. Fans lean optimistic despite modest C+ grade, believing year-two development will prove his long-term value.
Transaction History
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