Chimaobi Metu

Chimezie Chukwudum Metu (born March 22, 1997) is a professional basketball player who holds both Nigerian and American nationality. He is recognized for his college career with the USC Trojans and his subsequent professional career in the NBA and international leagues. **Early Life and Education** Chimezie Metu was born on March 22, 1997, in Los Angeles, California, U.S. He attended Lawndale High School in Lawndale, California, where he was a highly regarded four-star recruit. In 2014, Metu committed to the University of Southern California (USC), where he played college basketball for the USC Trojans from 2015 to 2018. **Career Progression and Notable Works** Metu began his professional career after being selected in the 2018 NBA Draft. He was the 49th pick, chosen in the second round. His NBA debut was in 2018 with the San Antonio Spurs. As of the retrieved information, he last played for FC Barcelona in Spain. **Current Status** Metu holds dual Nigerian and American nationality and is listed at 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) and 225 lb (102 kg). He is a free agent as of the most recent information.