Matt Carroll

Matt Carroll is an American former professional basketball player who was a shooting guard in the National Basketball Association. He has played for NBA teams, Dallas Mavericks, Charlotte Bobcats and San Antonio Spurs.

Player Profile and Personal Life

Matthew John Carroll was born on August 28, 1980, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

He stood 6 feet 6 inches tall and weighed 212 pounds during his playing days. Carroll's brother, Pat Carroll, also played college basketball, starring at Saint Joseph's University.

High School and College Career

Carroll attended Hatboro-Horsham High School in Horsham, Pennsylvania, where he played under Coach Walt Ostrowski.

He played college basketball at the University of Notre Dame from 1999 to 2003. Carroll was a First-team All-Big East selection in 2003 and concluded his collegiate career as one of the school's top scorers.

Professional Career

Carroll went undrafted in the 2003 NBA Draft but began his professional career with the Portland Trail Blazers. He also played for the San Antonio Spurs and spent time in the NBA Development League with the Roanoke Dazzle, where he was named NBA D-League MVP in 2005.

Carroll joined the Charlotte Bobcats in 2005 and became a key contributor, particularly as a shooter. He later played for the Dallas Mavericks during the 2009–2010 season before returning to the Bobcats, where he finished his NBA career in 2012.

Career Highlights

• 2003 – First-team All-Big East
• 2005 – NBA D-League MVP

Medal Record, Representing the United States of America

• 1998 – Gold – FIBA Americas U18 Championship, Puerto Plata
• 1999 – Silver – FIBA U19 World Championship, Lisbon