Matisse Vincent Thybulle is an Australian-American basketball player who currently plays for the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA. Matisse Thybulle, born on March 4, 1997, is renowned for his exceptional on-ball lockdown defense.
During the lead-up to the 2019 NBA draft, the Boston Celtics selected Thybulle with the 20th pick, but he soon found himself part of a trade deal between the Celtics and the 76ers. Philadelphia traded their #24 and #33 picks to the Celtics in exchange for Thybulle, recognizing his potential as a defensive standout.
Thybulle's NBA debut on October 23, 2019 was impressive. Coming off the bench in a match against the Celtics, he immediately displayed flashes of brilliance on the defensive end, tallying two blocks and two steals. As his career progressed, Thybulle quickly established himself as a premier lockdown defender.
In just his second NBA season, in the 2020/21 season, Thybulle secured a spot on the All-NBA Second Team Defense, a remarkable achievement considering he averaged only 20 minutes per game. He continued to impress in the following season, earning back-to-back selections to the All-Defensive Second Team for the 2021/22 season. Due to Thibulle's elite ability to steal the ball, he has affectionately earned the nickname "Mathief," a playful wordplay derived from his first name Matisse.
After spending four seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers, Thybulle was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in 2023. He currently serves as a key contributor off the bench for the Blazers.
Matisse Thybulle Annual Salary
According to Spotrac, Matisse Thybulle will earn $10,500,000 for the 2023/24 NBA season. It is a substantial jump from the $2,894,515 he earned in the 2022-2023 season.
Thybulle’s four year rookie contract concluded with the 2023 season and he became a restricted free agent in the off season. This is when the Dallas Mavericks made a move for Thybulle and offered him a three year, $33 million contract offer.
However, Portland showed faith in their young two-way bench player and matched the Mavericks contract sheet. Portland also valued him as a vital cog in their rebuilding team, and signed him to a three year, $33.08 million contract.
A yearly breakdown of Thybulle’s salary as reported by basketball reference is mentioned below:
| Season | Team | Salary |
| 2023-24 | Portland Trail Blazers | $10,500,000 |
| 2024-25 | Portland Trail Blazers | $11,550,000 |
| 2025-26 (Player Option) | Portland Trail Blazers | $11,025,000 |
How long is Matisse Thybulle’s contract?
Matisse Thybulle’s current contract is three years long.
On July 10, 2023, Thybulle signed a three-year $33.08 million contract with the Portland Trail Blazers. There is a player option for the 2025/26 NBA season.
FAQ's on Matisse Thybulle salary
A. Matisse Thybulle is 27 years old, as of February 2024. He was born on March 4, 1997.
A. Matisse Thybulle is 6 feet 5 inches tall.
A. According to online sources, the net worth of Matisse Thybulle is estimated at around $5 million, as of February 2024.
A. Matisse Thybulle plays as a shooting guard in the NBA.
A. Matisse Thybulle has blocked 39 shots in the 2023/24 NBA season, as of February 2024.
