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 for the Miami Heat in the NBA. Drafted first overall in 2014 by the Cleveland Cavaliers, he previously played college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks. His career includes notable achievements and contributions to his teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2010: FIBA Under-17 World Championship

In 2010, Andrew Wiggins participated in the FIBA Under-17 World Championship as a teammate of Anthony Bennett, helping the Canadian junior national team win a bronze medal.

2012: FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship

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

2013: Anthony Bennett NBA draft

In 2013, Anthony Bennet, who was Andrew Wiggins' teammate in the 2010 FIBA Under-17 World Championship and on the Timberwolves team, was the number one overall pick in the NBA draft.

March 31, 2014: Declares for NBA Draft

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

June 26, 2014: Drafted First Overall by Cleveland Cavaliers

On June 26, 2014, Andrew Wiggins was selected first overall in the NBA draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers.

October 29, 2014: NBA Debut

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

2014: NBA Rookie of the Year

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

2014: Wiggins Drafted First Overall

In 2014, Andrew Wiggins was selected with the first overall pick in the NBA draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers.

August 20, 2015: Named to Canadian national team roster

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

2016: 2016 Summer Olympics Qualifying Tournament

In 2016, Andrew Wiggins helped Canada win the bronze medal at the FIBA Americas Championship, a qualifying tournament for the Summer Olympics; he led the team in scoring, with 15.1 points per game, and he was named to the All-Tournament Team.

October 11, 2017: Contract Extension with Timberwolves

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

February 7, 2018: Reaches 6,000 Career Points

On February 7, 2018, in a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Andrew Wiggins reached 6,000 career points, becoming the sixth-youngest player to reach the plateau.

January 18, 2020: First Career Triple-Double

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

February 6, 2020: Traded to Golden State Warriors

On February 6, 2020, Andrew Wiggins was traded to the Golden State Warriors.

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 Golden State after five-and-a-half seasons with Minnesota.

January 27, 2022: Named All-Star Starter

On January 27, 2022, Andrew Wiggins was named a Western Conference starter for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, his first All-Star selection, with support from K-pop star BamBam.