Michael Carter-Williams

Michael Carter-Williams is an American professional basketball player, born on October 10, 1991, in Hamilton, Massachusetts. He is known for his versatility on the court. Carter-Williams started his professional career with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2013, where he was named NBA Rookie of the Year.

Carter-Williams is recognized for his exceptional skills as a point guard, particularly his passing ability and defensive prowess. He has played for several teams in the NBA, making significant contributions to each.

Off the court, Carter-Williams is also recognized for his philanthropy, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring others with his resilience and dedication to the sport.

Syracuse University

• College Career: Carter-Williams played two seasons at Syracuse, helping the team reach the Final Four in his sophomore year.

Philadelphia 76ers

• NBA Debut: Carter-Williams was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2013. He exhibited strong performances, earning the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

Milwaukee Bucks

• Emerging Leader: In 2015, Carter-Williams was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, where he continued to demonstrate his skills as a point guard.

Chicago Bulls

• Continued Growth: Carter-Williams joined the Chicago Bulls in 2016, continuing to develop his skills and contribute to the team's success.

Houston Rockets

• Role Player: Carter-Williams signed with the Houston Rockets in 2018, assuming a role as a bench player.

Orlando Magic

• Resurgence: Carter-Williams signed with the Orlando Magic in 2019, where he experienced a career resurgence, helping the team reach the playoffs in consecutive seasons.

USA Basketball

• U18 National Team: Carter-Williams was a member of the USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team that won the gold medal at the FIBA Americas U18 Championship in 2010.

• Position: Primarily a point guard, but also excels as a shooting guard.
• Skills: Known for his playmaking ability, defensive prowess, and rebounding skills for a guard. Carter-Williams is celebrated for his versatility and ability to contribute in multiple areas of the game.

• Family: Carter-Williams is the son of Earl and Mandy Carter-Williams. He has a daughter named Charleigh.
• Philanthropy: Carter-Williams is involved in various charitable activities, particularly those focused on helping underprivileged children and families.

• Michael Carter-Williams is celebrated not only for his skills and contributions to the sport but also for his resilience, work ethic, and dedication. His career has been marked by overcoming adversities, inspiring many basketball fans and aspiring players.

NBA Rookie of the Year:

• Awarded in 2014

NBA All-Rookie First Team:

• Awarded in 2014

Books

• No books available.

Websites

• NBA: Information about Michael Carter-Williams’ career and achievements. Available at: https://www.nba.com
• ESPN: Updates and statistics on Carter-Williams' performance. Available at: https://www.espn.com

Articles

• Bleacher Report: Michael Carter-Williams: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bleacherreport.com
• Basketball Reference: Michael Carter-Williams career highlights and statistics. Available at: https://www.basketball-reference.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• Various interviews and features on Michael Carter-Williams, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.nba.com