Career Timeline of Aaron Nesmith: Major Achievements and Milestones

Updated: March 15, 2026

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Aaron Nesmith made an impact.

Aaron Nesmith is an American professional basketball player currently with the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. He played college basketball at Vanderbilt before being drafted 14th overall by the Boston Celtics in 2020. Nesmith was a member of the Celtics team that reached the 2022 NBA Finals. He was later traded to the Pacers as part of a package deal involving Malcolm Brogdon.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: Committed to Vanderbilt

In 2017, Aaron Nesmith committed to Vanderbilt University for his college basketball career.

February 18, 2019: Named SEC Freshman of the Week

On February 18, 2019, Aaron Nesmith was named Southeastern Conference (SEC) Freshman of the Week after standout performances against Florida and Auburn.

November 6, 2019: Sophomore Season Debut

On November 6, 2019, Aaron Nesmith debuted in his sophomore season for Vanderbilt, scoring 25 points in a win over Southeast Missouri State.

January 4, 2020: Scored 29 Points vs SMU

On January 4, 2020, Aaron Nesmith scored 29 points and made eight three-pointers in a game against SMU, which his team lost in overtime.

November 24, 2020: Signed with Boston Celtics

On November 24, 2020, Aaron Nesmith signed a four-year, $16.5 million rookie contract with the Boston Celtics, including team options in the third and fourth year.

2020: Drafted by the Boston Celtics

In 2020, Aaron Nesmith was drafted 14th overall in the NBA draft by the Boston Celtics.

April 23, 2021: Consistent Rotation Playing Time

By April 23, 2021, coach Brad Stevens decided to give rookie Aaron Nesmith consistent rotation playing time, approximately 20 minutes per game for the rest of the regular season.

April 28, 2021: Career High Performance Against Hornets

On April 28, 2021, Aaron Nesmith achieved multiple career-highs, including 15 points, 9 rebounds, three steals, and three blocks, in a win against the Charlotte Hornets.

2021: Played in NBA Summer League

In 2021, Aaron Nesmith played for the Boston Celtics in the NBA Summer League.

February 15, 2022: Celtic Career High 18 Points

On February 15, 2022, Aaron Nesmith recorded his Celtic career-high with 18 points in a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

July 9, 2022: Traded to the Indiana Pacers

On July 9, 2022, Aaron Nesmith, along with other players and a 2023 first-round pick, was traded to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Malcolm Brogdon.

2022: NBA Finals Appearance and Trade to Pacers

In 2022, Aaron Nesmith was part of the Boston Celtics roster that reached the NBA Finals. Later that year, he was traded to the Indiana Pacers.

2022: Second Finals Appearance

In 2025, Indiana advanced to the NBA finals, which was Nesmith's second appearance, following the 2022 loss to the Golden State Warriors as a member of the Celtics.

February 2, 2023: Career High 24 Points

On February 2, 2023, Aaron Nesmith posted a then career-high in scoring with 24 points in a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

October 23, 2023: Contract Extension with the Pacers

On October 23, 2023, Aaron Nesmith agreed to a three-year $33 million contract extension with the Indiana Pacers.

2023: First-Round Pick Traded to Pacers

In 2022, a 2023 first-round pick was traded with Aaron Nesmith to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Malcolm Brogdon.

May 21, 2025: Career-High 30 Points in Game 1 of Eastern Conference Finals

On May 21, 2025, Aaron Nesmith scored a career-high 30 points in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks, including making six consecutive three-pointers in the final five minutes.