NBA Players Homes: Michael Carter-Williams Buys Wisconsin House for $1.65M
Milwaukee Bucks guard Michael Carter-Williams buys a Wisconsin home.
Carter-Williams, a 23-year-old NBA player, is proving he's committed as a Bucks' member with his purchase of a $1.65 million Milwaukee house, Realtor.com reported. The Massachusetts-born athlete's house was a steal because he managed to get $300,000 off its original tag price when it hit the market in February.
The 9,900-square-foot abode resting on 0.53 acres of Wisconsin land is actually a mansion and is big enough to even host some of his Milwaukee teammates for a couple of days stay. The River Hills residence features five bedrooms, seven full bathrooms and one half bathroom. The Syracuse University alumnus is now a proud owner of a Tudor-inspired dwelling place, which was reportedly designed by Russell Bar Williamson, a former associate of Wisconsin's pride, the world-renowned architect and interior designer Frank Lloyd Wright.
Inside the Milwaukee house, Carter-Williams will find delight in amenities like a game room, a wine cellar, a see-through fireplace and a workshop. Aside from the main house, there is also a guesthouse for close friends to stay and watch him play once in a while. The property also boasts an outdoor yard that comes with an in-ground pool, which is equipped with a diving board.
A new start in Milwaukee
Carter-Williams was drafted in the first round by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2013. In the 2013-2014 season, he earned the NBA Rookie of the Year Award and delivered an average 16.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, 6.3 assists, 0.9 blocks and 1.6 steals per game, per ESPN stats. Yet, along with several basketball fans and even teammates, he was surprised when he was traded in February for a future first round pick by the 76ers to the Bucks, NJ.com informed.
I can't lie I'm shocked. I love this city thank you for everything. I can honestly say I gave it my all. I wish Philly nothing but the best
— Michael Carter-Willi (@MCW1) February 19, 2015
Nerlens Noel was sad to see him go as Carter-Williams was not just a teammate, he was also a childhood friend, Philly.com noted.
"I didn't know Michael would be departing like that. I love him. He's my brother, and I only wish the best for him," Noel shared.
Carter-Williams' flaws reportedly included not being a great shooter, "holds on to the ball too long" and had done a lot of turnovers for the benefit of the opposing team.
Yet, he may be well-suited for Milwaukee and could be a great player once honed in that team, given his potential and with former All-Star guard-turned-coach Jason Kidd's guidance.
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