History of Aaron Nesmith in Timeline

Aaron Nesmith is a professional basketball player currently with the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. Drafted 14th overall by the Boston Celtics in 2020 after playing college basketball for Vanderbilt, Nesmith reached the 2022 NBA Finals with the Celtics. He was subsequently traded to the Pacers as part of a package deal for Malcolm Brogdon. Nesmith is known for his shooting ability and athleticism.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1968: Reference to Tom Hagan's Scoring Record

In the 1968-1969 season, Tom Hagan had the highest points for Vanderbilt team, and in 2020 Nesmith was on pace to have the most points since him.

1969: Reference to Tom Hagan's Scoring Record

In the 1968-1969 season, Tom Hagan had the highest points for Vanderbilt team, and in 2020 Nesmith was on pace to have the most points since him.

October 16, 1999: Aaron Nesmith Born

On October 16, 1999, Aaron Joshua Nesmith was born. He is now an American professional basketball player.

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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, scoring 25 points with seven three-pointers in a win over Southeast Missouri State.

January 4, 2020: Career-High Three-Pointers vs. SMU

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

January 11, 2020: Season-ending Injury Announcement

On January 11, 2020, it was announced that Aaron Nesmith would miss the remainder of the season due to a right foot injury.

November 24, 2020: Signed Rookie Contract with Boston Celtics

On November 24, 2020, Aaron Nesmith signed a four-year, $16.5 million rookie contract with the Boston Celtics.

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, Celtics coach Brad Stevens gave Aaron Nesmith consistent rotation playing time.

April 28, 2021: Career-High Performance Against Charlotte 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

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 Indiana Pacers

On July 9, 2022, Aaron Nesmith was traded to the Indiana Pacers.

2022: NBA Finals Appearance and Trade to Indiana Pacers

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

February 2, 2023: Then Career-High in Scoring

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: Future Draft Pick

In 2022, Aaron Nesmith was traded, alongside Daniel Theis, Malik Fitts, Juwan Morgan, Nik Stauskas and a 2023 first-round pick, to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Malcolm Brogdon.