Chimezie, Chukwudum Metu is a professional basketball player who competes for the Sacramento Kings of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was born on March 22, 1997, and is of American and Nigerian descent.
At Lawndale High School in California, where he excelled at basketball, Metu was well-liked. He was a four-star recruit who was ranked by Rivals.com as the 46th-best recruit overall.
Metu committed to playing basketball for the USC Trojans at the University of Southern California (USC) on May 12, 2014. He proclaimed himself to be available for the 2018 NBA draft after finishing his college career.
The San Antonio Spurs selected him with the 49th overall pick in the second round of the draft. After representing the Spurs at the 2018 NBA Summer League, Metu and the team reached an agreement on a contract on September 4, 2018.
On October 20, 2018, he played his first game in the NBA against the Portland Trail Blazers, coming off the bench, scoring two points, collecting two rebounds, and blocking a shot.
Metu was sadly waived by the Spurs on November 20, 2020. He was nevertheless included in the final roster for the Nigerian national basketball team for the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup as a result of his basketball prowess.
Chimezie Metu is a talented basketball player who has NBA aspirations. He previously played for the San Antonio Spurs before joining the Sacramento Kings.
Chimezie Metu Draft
The San Antonio Spurs selected Metu as the 49th overall choice in the 2018 NBA Draft on June 21, 2018.
Chimezie Metu Current teams
Chimezie Metu plays for Sacramento Kings.
Chimezie Metu High School
Chimezie Metu went to Lawndale High School in Lawndale, California.
Chimezie Metu College
Chimezie Metu went to USC. He played collegiate at USC.
Chimezie Metu Injury
Metu was injured in the second quarter of Saturday’s game against the 76ers and underwent an MRI, which indicated no structural damage.
Chimezie Metu Wingspan
Chimezie Metu wingspan is 7′ 0.5”.
Chimezie Metu Nationality
He is a Nigerian-American. He represents Nigeria at the international level.
Chimezie Metu Instagram
Chimezie Metu’s Instagram handle is @mezie