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<h2>Early Life and Family Background</h2>
<p><a href="/biography/wesley-matthews">Wesley Matthews Jr.</a> was born in 1986 in San Antonio, Texas. He is the <a href="/biography/wesley-matthews">son</a> of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wes_Matthews">Wesley Matthews Sr.</a>, a former NBA <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wes_Matthews">point guard</a> and two-time NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1987 and 1988. His mother, Pam Moore, was an All-American runner and also played basketball. <a href="/biography/wesley-matthews">Matthews Jr.</a> spent part of his childhood in Miami, where he attended elementary school.</p>

<h2>High School and Collegiate Career</h2>
<p>Wesley Matthews attended James Madison Memorial High School in Madison, Wisconsin. He was a <a href="/biography/wesley-matthews">standout athlete</a>, excelling in both basketball and soccer. In 2005, he was named Wisconsin’s Mr. Basketball, recognizing him as the top high school player in the state.</p>

<p>Despite pressure to attend the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where his father once played, Matthews chose to attend Marquette University. During his college career with the Marquette Golden Eagles, Matthews formed a memorable trio known as the “Three Amigos” alongside <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerel_McNeal">Jerel McNeal</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dominic_James">Dominic James</a>. The three guards started nearly every game together from their freshman year through the end of their college careers. Although not the tallest player for his position, Matthews developed a physical style of play, becoming known for his ability to drive to the basket effectively. He recorded a standout performance with 13 rebounds and 48 points in a game against Division II opponent Lewis Flyers on December 28, 2005.</p>

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<h2>Professional Career and Rise as NBA Iron Man</h2>
<p>Matthews began his professional NBA career with the Utah Jazz in 2009 after going undrafted and signing a one-year deal. He quickly earned a starting shooting guard position due to his work ethic and tenacity. Following the season, Matthews became a restricted free agent. In 2010, the Portland Trail Blazers signed him to a five-year, $34 million offer sheet, which the Jazz chose not to match.</p>

<p>During his tenure with the Trail Blazers, Matthews became known for his durability and toughness, earning the nickname “Iron Man” for playing through pain and minor injuries. He played in over 250 consecutive NBA games before being sidelined due to a left Achilles tendon injury in 2015. That same year, he signed a four-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks. He made his debut for the team in the season opener against the Phoenix Suns.</p>

<h2>Personal Details and Net Worth</h2>
<p>Wesley Matthews stands 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighs approximately 220 pounds. He wears jersey number 23. As of recent estimates, his net worth is around $28 million. From 2014 to 2017, he earned a reported salary of over $17 million. Matthews has kept his personal life private, and it is not publicly known whether he is married or has a long-term partner.</p>

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