Charles Matthews

Who Is Charles Matthews (basketball)? Age, Biography and Wiki

Charles Matthews was born on November 15, 1996, making him 28 years old in 2025. He is known for being an exceptional professional basketball player who played college basketball for the University of Michigan. Matthews is renowned for his athleticism and versatility on the court, showcasing his skills as a shooting guard and small forward.

Occupation	Basketball Players
Date of Birth	November 15, 1996
Age	29 Years
Birth Place	Chicago, Illinois, US
Horoscope	Scorpio
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Height, Weight & Measurements

Standing tall at 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm) and weighing around 205 pounds (93 kg), Matthews boasts an impressive physique that contributes to his performance on the basketball court. His wingspan and agility make him a formidable opponent, and he continues to maintain his fitness through rigorous training and a disciplined diet.

Following the season he had a medical procedure on his hip. Matthews was granted his release from the team on May 18, 2016. On June 20, 2016, reports confirmed that Matthews, who would have to sit out the 2016–17 season, had visited both Xavier and Michigan and selected Michigan. Michigan confirmed the story on July 1. He served on the scout team for the 2016–17 Michigan Wolverines.

Family, Dating & Relationship Status

As of 2025, Charles Matthews has kept details about his personal life and relationships relatively private. While there have been speculations about his dating life, he has not publicly confirmed a significant other. Matthews tends to focus on his career and personal growth, often prioritizing his family and close friendships over public relationships.

Matthews' parents are Nichole and Charles Matthews who met at Southern Illinois University. His older brother, Dominique, was a St. Rita's teammate until he graduated in 2014. Dominique went on to play for the UIC Flames. His younger brother, Jordan, was four classes behind Charles at St. Rita's.

Net Worth and Salary

As of 2025, Charles Matthews' estimated net worth is around $1.2 million. His earnings primarily come from his professional basketball contracts, endorsements, and various sponsorships. While not among the highest earners in the NBA, Matthews has secured his financial future through savvy investments and consistent performance on the court.

Career, Business and Investments

Charles Matthews began his professional career after going undrafted in the 2019 NBA Draft. He later signed with the G League teams and played overseas, where he gained valuable experience and exposure. Over the years, Matthews has built a reputation for his scoring ability and defensive skills, earning him opportunities with NBA teams.

In addition to his basketball career, Matthews has ventured into business, focusing on youth basketball camps and training programs. He aims to give back to the community by helping young players develop their skills and pursue their dreams.

Matthews was raised in the Avalon Park Community area of Chicago, near 79th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue, which is on the borderline between the Chatham and Greater Grand Crossing Community areas on the South Side.

Matthews briefly lived in Matteson, Illinois before returning to the South Side where he attended Ray Elementary and began his basketball career at the 63rd and Stony Island YMCA. In his youth, he played chess, hockey, the trombone and skateboarded, but he began to take basketball seriously the summer before his high school freshman year.

Matthews committed to playing basketball for John Calipari and the Kentucky Wildcats on February 26, 2014, during his junior year. At the time, he was rated as the number 11 player and number 3 shooting guard in the national class of 2015 by Rivals.com and number 12 player by ESPN.

Among his other offers at the time were Illinois, Kansas, Marquette and Michigan State. Matthews was the first to commit to playing basketball for Kentucky's 2015 class. On June 1, Matthews won the 2014 USA Basketball 3-on-3 Under-18 National Championship Tournament with teammates Braxton Blackwell, Tim Delaney and Kipper Nichols.

Matthew earned the tournament's Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.

Social Network

Charles Matthews is active on various social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter. He shares insights into his life as a professional athlete, updates on his performances, and motivational messages for his followers. His engaging online presence allows fans to connect with him and stay updated on his career.

Matthews was a preseason All-Big Ten selection by the Big Ten Media. Prior to the season he was one of nine Big Ten players named to the preseason John R. Wooden Award watchlist and one of eight named to the preseason Naismith College Player of the Year watchlist.

On December 15, Michigan defeated Western Michigan 70–62 with 25 points and 10 rebounds from Matthews, for his fifth career double-double and first of the season. On January 13, Michigan defeated Northwestern to establish a school record for best start at 17–0 and tied the school's record 17-game win streak.

On January 22, Michigan defeated Minnesota 59–57 after a buzzer beater by Matthews. On January 25, Matthews posted 10 points and a career-tying 11 rebounds for his sixth career double-double in a 69–46 victory over Indiana. The 23-point victory marked the largest ever by Michigan on the road against Indiana.

On February 6, Matthews was the only Big Ten Athlete named a Julius Erving Award Top 10 finalist. On February 9, Michigan defeated (#19/#19) Wisconsin 61–52. Michigan was led by Matthews with a game-high 18 points.

The teams each scored 27 in the first half and 16 of Matthews 18 came in the second half, including 14 of Michigan's 19 points in a decisive stretch taking the score from 38–35 to 57–50 with 23.8 seconds remaining. Matthews missed the final three games of the regular season due to an ankle injury.

Following the season, he was a 2019 All-Big Ten honorable mention selection (media). On March 21, Matthews posted a game-high 22 points and ten rebounds for his seventh career double-double in a 74–55 victory over Montana in the first round of the 2019 NCAA tournament.

Following the season, on April 9, 2019, Matthews (along with teammates Iggy Brazdeikis and Jordan Poole) declared for the 2019 NBA draft with the intention of hiring agents. On April 17, Matthews announced, via the Michigan basketball Twitter account, that he would forgo his remaining year of eligibility at Michigan.

Education

Matthews attended the University of Michigan, where he developed his basketball skills while pursuing a degree. His time at Michigan played a crucial role in shaping his game, and he credits his college experience for preparing him for the professional level.

As of 2025, Matthews remains an influential figure in the basketball community, inspiring young athletes and contributing to the sport's growth with his passion and dedication.

Charles I. Matthews (born November 15, 1996) is an American professional basketball player for the Memphis Hustle of the NBA G League. He played college basketball for the Michigan Wolverines. He played his freshman season for the 2015–16 Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball team after attending St. Rita of Cascia High School.

As a high school senior he was a 2015 Jordan Brand Classic All-American selection.