Andrew Wiggins's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Andrew Wiggins. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

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

1966: Draft Era

In 1966 the modern draft era began, and Andrew Wiggins became the first No. 1 overall draft pick in the modern draft era (since 1966) to earn his first All-Star selection in his eighth season or later.

2000: LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Tobias Harris Performance

Since 2000, Andrew Wiggins joined LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Tobias Harris as the only players 20 or younger to record at least 30 points, 10 boards and five assists in a game since 2000.

2008: Michael Beasley's Record

In 2008, Michael Beasley scored 44 points against Baylor, setting a Big 12 Conference freshman record that Andrew Wiggins later approached.

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.

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, winning the Ontario provincial championship where he scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds.

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.

February 7, 2013: 57-Point Game

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

May 2013: Mr. Basketball USA

In May 2013, Andrew Wiggins was named Mr. Basketball USA and was ranked the number one high school basketball player by SLAM magazine.

January 13, 2014: Victory over Iowa State

On January 13, 2014, Andrew Wiggins scored 17 points and collected 19 rebounds in a 77–70 victory over Iowa State, becoming only the second freshman in the last 15 years to amass those numbers in a win against a ranked opponent.

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 by the Los Angeles Athletic Club.

March 8, 2014: 41 points vs West Virginia

On March 8, 2014, Andrew Wiggins scored 41 points against West Virginia, which was the most for a Big 12 Conference freshman since Michael Beasley scored 44 points against Baylor in 2008.

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.

2014: Top Prospect

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

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.

January 8, 2016: Career-High Points vs Cavaliers

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 Points and Three-Pointers

On November 8, 2016, Andrew Wiggins scored a career-high 36 points and hit a career-best six three-pointers in a 119–110 loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

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.

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.

March 19, 2021: Season-High 40 Points

On March 19, 2021, Andrew Wiggins scored a season-high 40 points, along with eight rebounds, four assists, and four steals, in a 116–103 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

December 6, 2021: Career High Threes

On December 6, 2021, Andrew Wiggins scored 28 points on a career-high eight threes made, in a 126–95 win over the Orlando Magic.

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.

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.