Career Timeline of Adrian Griffin: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 28, 2025

Discover the career path of Adrian Griffin, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Adrian Griffin is a former NBA player and coach, most recently the head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks. He played as a shooting guard and small forward from 1999 to 2008 after a college career at Seton Hall. Griffin hails from Wichita, Kansas. While his tenure as Bucks head coach was relatively short, his background as a player provides a foundation for his coaching career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1996: Not Selected in NBA Draft

In 1996, Adrian Griffin was not selected in the NBA draft.

October 1998: Played for Cordivari Roseto

From July to October 1998, Adrian Griffin played 8 games for Cordivari Roseto in Italy.

1999: NBA Career Begins

In 1999, Adrian Griffin began his National Basketball Association (NBA) career with the Boston Celtics.

2000: Rookie Season with Celtics

During the 1999-2000 rookie season with the Boston Celtics, Adrian Griffin averaged 7 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.61 steals per game.

July 17, 2006: Signed with Chicago Bulls

On July 17, 2006, Adrian Griffin signed a three-year deal with the Chicago Bulls.

2006: Starter in NBA Finals

In 2006, a career highlight for Adrian Griffin was becoming a starter for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals.

February 21, 2008: Traded to Seattle SuperSonics

On February 21, 2008, Adrian Griffin was traded to the Seattle SuperSonics in an 11-player deal.

August 13, 2008: Traded to Milwaukee Bucks

On August 13, 2008, Adrian Griffin was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a three-team, six-player deal.

2008: NBA Playing Career Ends

In 2008, Adrian Griffin's NBA playing career ended.

September 8, 2010: Assistant Coach for Chicago Bulls

On September 8, 2010, Adrian Griffin became an assistant coach for the Chicago Bulls under Tom Thibodeau, a position he held for five years.

2014: FIBA World Cup Gold Medal

In 2014, Adrian Griffin worked with the USA coaching staff, contributing to the team's gold medal win at the FIBA World Cup.

June 26, 2015: Hired by Orlando Magic

On June 26, 2015, Adrian Griffin was hired by the Orlando Magic to be their top assistant coach.

July 1, 2016: Hired by Oklahoma City Thunder

On July 1, 2016, Adrian Griffin was hired by the Oklahoma City Thunder as an assistant coach.

July 25, 2018: Hired by Toronto Raptors

On July 25, 2018, Adrian Griffin was hired by the Toronto Raptors as an assistant coach.

2019: NBA Championship with Raptors

In 2019, Adrian Griffin was instrumental in the Toronto Raptors' championship run, defeating the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals, earning Griffin his first championship ring.