Career Timeline of Andrew Wiggins: Major Achievements and Milestones

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

Andrew Wiggins is a Canadian professional basketball player currently playing in the NBA. He was the first overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft, selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers after playing college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks. Known for his athleticism and scoring ability, he has had a notable career in the NBA.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1993: Chris Webber Trade

In 1993, Chris Webber was the first player since the ABA–NBA merger to be drafted as the number one pick, only to be traded afterward without playing a single game for the team that drafted him.

2010: FIBA Under-17 World Championship

In 2010, Andrew Wiggins participated in the FIBA Under-17 World Championship, helping the Canadian junior national team win a bronze medal. He was teammates with Anthony Bennett.

2012: FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship

In 2012, Andrew Wiggins participated in the FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship, where he led the team in scoring with 15.2 ppg and helped the Canadian junior national team win a bronze medal.

2013: Anthony Bennett NBA Draft

In 2013, Andrew Wiggins' 2010 teammate Anthony Bennett became the number one overall pick in the NBA draft.

March 31, 2014: NBA Draft Declaration

On March 31, 2014, Andrew Wiggins declared for the 2014 NBA draft.

June 26, 2014: First Overall Pick

On June 26, 2014, Andrew Wiggins was selected first overall in the NBA draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers, becoming the second Canadian picked number one in the draft.

October 29, 2014: NBA Debut

On October 29, 2014, Andrew Wiggins made his NBA debut, scoring six points in a 105–101 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies.

2014: NBA Rookie of the Year

In 2014, after a preseason trade to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Andrew Wiggins earned NBA Rookie of the Year honors for the 2014–15 season.

August 20, 2015: Named to Canadian National Team

On August 20, 2015, Andrew Wiggins was named to the Canadian national team roster for the 2015 FIBA Americas Championship.

2015: Three-Team Trade

In 2015, Andrew Wiggins, along with Anthony Bennet and Thaddeus Young, was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves as part of a three-team trade involving the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Philadelphia 76ers. The Cavaliers received Kevin Love.

2016: Summer Olympics Qualifying Tournament

In 2016, Wiggins helped Canada win the bronze medal, leading the team in scoring, with 15.1 points per game, and he was named to the All-Tournament Team.

October 11, 2017: Contract Extension

On October 11, 2017, Andrew Wiggins signed a five-year, $148 million contract extension with the Timberwolves.

February 7, 2018: 6,000 Career Points

On February 7, 2018, during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Andrew Wiggins reached 6,000 career points, becoming the sixth-youngest player to reach the milestone at 22 years, 349 days old.

January 18, 2020: First Career Triple-Double

On January 18, 2020, Andrew Wiggins recorded his first career triple-double with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and a career-high 11 assists.

February 6, 2020: Trade to Golden State Warriors

On February 6, 2020, Andrew Wiggins was traded to the Golden State Warriors along with two draft picks in exchange for Jacob Evans, D'Angelo Russell, and Omari Spellman.

2020: FIBA Men's Olympic Qualifying Tournament

In 2020, Andrew Wiggins rejoined the team for the FIBA Men's Olympic Qualifying Tournament, averaging 21.7 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game in three contests.

2020: Trade to Golden State

In 2020, Andrew Wiggins was traded to the Golden State Warriors after playing five-and-a-half seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

January 27, 2022: NBA All-Star Selection

On January 27, 2022, Andrew Wiggins was named a Western Conference starter for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, marking his first All-Star selection.

October 15, 2022: Contract Extension with Warriors

On October 15, 2022, Andrew Wiggins signed a four-year contract extension worth $109 million with the Warriors.

2022: NBA Championship and All-Star Selection

In 2022, Andrew Wiggins won his first NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors and was selected for his first NBA All-Star game, named as a Western Conference starter.