Matt Thomas
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About
Basketball guard who became a starter for the Iowa State Cyclones as a true freshman, but was later replaced in the lineup by Monte Morris. Over the next few seasons, he established himself as the team's primary sixth man.
Before Fame
He was a two-time first-team all-state high school basketball player, helping Onalaska win 95 of the 107 games they played during his time at the school.
Trivia
He was arrested after his freshman year for OWI, and saw a decrease in time and production in his sophomore season. His arrest prompted him to quit alcohol, and he rebounded as a junior, setting career highs in points, rebounds, and shooting percentage.
Family Life
He was raised by his mother Martha, who was also a talented athlete. His father tragically committed suicide when he was 11.
Associated With
He and Georges Niang played together at Iowa State.
