American · Atlanta, Georgia · Born 16 April 1999Versatile and skilled big man who has been a key part of Orlando Magic's exciting young core during their playoff resurgence.
Wendell Carter Jr. was born in Atlanta, Georgia on 16 April 1999. A skilled, versatile center with good passing for his size, solid defence and a developing perimeter game, Carter was selected seventh overall in the 2018 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls. He showed promise in Chicago before a trade to the Orlando Magic in 2021 as part of the Nikola Vučevic deal. In Orlando he found his footing as a key contributor alongside Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero, helping the Magic transform from lottery team to playoff contender. His combination of shooting range, rebounding and two-way play makes him a modern center in a team that prizes versatility and intelligence. His health has been a recurring issue, but when available he has been one of the league's better young big men.
Versatile big man with strong rebounding and shot-blocking ability
He was part of the core that helped the Orlando Magic return to the playoffs in 2023-24 for the first time in years, contributing as a skilled, versatile big in one of the league's most exciting young rosters.
Did You Know?How They Played
Modern center with defensive presence and improving offensive range
Lasting Impact
Solid NBA center who helped Orlando Magic return to playoffs
Career Honours
- Orlando Magic playoff return 2024
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bulls | 2018–2021 | 201 | #5 |
| Orlando Magic | 2021–2024 | — | — |
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