History of Andrew Wiggins in Timeline

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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February 23, 1995: Andrew Wiggins' Birth

On February 23, 1995, Andrew Christian Wiggins was born. He is a Canadian professional basketball player.

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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.

2010: Ontario Provincial Championship

In 2010, during his sophomore year, Andrew Wiggins led Vaughan Secondary School's AAAA basketball team to a 44–1 record and won the Ontario provincial championship, scoring 25 points and grabbing 13 rebounds in the championship game.

2011: Transfer to Huntington Prep

In 2011, Andrew Wiggins transferred to Huntington Prep School in Huntington, West Virginia.

October 2012: Reclassification Announcement

In October 2012, Andrew Wiggins announced he would reclassify into his original high school class of 2013.

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.

February 7, 2013: 57-Point Game

On February 7, 2013, Andrew Wiggins scored 57 points in a 111–59 win over Marietta College, responding to criticism in a Sports Illustrated article.

April 2013: Jordan Brand Classic All-American Game

In April 2013, Andrew Wiggins played in the Jordan Brand Classic All-American game in Brooklyn, scoring 19 points.

May 14, 2013: Commitment to Kansas

On May 14, 2013, Andrew Wiggins committed to Kansas after narrowing his choices to Florida State, Kentucky, Kansas, and North Carolina.

May 2013: Mr. Basketball USA

In May 2013, Andrew Wiggins was named Mr. Basketball USA.

June 19, 2013: Joining Kansas Team

On June 19, 2013, Andrew Wiggins officially joined the Kansas team.

2013: Reclassification into High School Class

In 2013, Andrew Wiggins reclassified into his original high school class.

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.

January 13, 2014: 17 Points and 19 Rebounds vs. Iowa State

On January 13, 2014, Andrew Wiggins scored 17 points and collected 19 rebounds in a 77–70 victory over Iowa State.

January 22, 2014: Wooden Award Finalist

On January 22, 2014, Andrew Wiggins was named a Top 25 Finalist for the John R. Wooden Men's Player of the Year award.

March 8, 2014: 41 Points vs. West Virginia

On March 8, 2014, Andrew Wiggins scored 41 points against West Virginia, the most for a Big 12 Conference freshman since Michael Beasley in 2008.

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: Top Prospect Rating

Andrew Wiggins had been rated as the top prospect for 2014.

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.

November 7, 2015: 31 Points against Chicago Bulls

On November 7, 2015, Andrew Wiggins scored a game-high 31 points in a 102–93 overtime win over the Chicago Bulls.

November 10, 2015: Inactive due to sore knee

On November 10, 2015, Andrew Wiggins sat out a game against the Charlotte Hornets due to a sore right knee.

January 8, 2016: Career-High 35 Points

On January 8, 2016, Andrew Wiggins scored a then career-high 35 points in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

November 8, 2016: Career-High 36 Points

On November 8, 2016, Andrew Wiggins scored a career-high 36 points and hit a career-best six three-pointers in a loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

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.

January 20, 2018: Season-High 29 Points

On January 20, 2018, Andrew Wiggins scored 22 of his season-high 29 points in the first half of the Timberwolves' win over the Toronto Raptors.

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.

October 24, 2018: Inactive Due to Injury

On October 24, 2018, Andrew Wiggins was inactive for the second time in his career due to a bruised right quadriceps.

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.

March 19, 2021: Season-High 40 Points

On March 19, 2021, Andrew Wiggins scored a season-high 40 points in a win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

December 6, 2021: Career High Threes Made

On December 6, 2021, Andrew Wiggins scored 28 points on a career-high eight threes made, in a win over the Orlando Magic.

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.