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. He was the first overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft, selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers. He played one year of college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks before entering the NBA. Currently, he plays for the Miami Heat.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1966: Mention of Draft Era

On January 27, 2022, Wiggins also 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: Mention of LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Tobias Harris

On December 18, Andrew Wiggins recorded 32 points, 10 rebounds and six assists in a 99-95 win over the Sacramento Kings, joining 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 Scored 44 Points

In 2008, Michael Beasley scored 44 points against Baylor, setting a high mark that Andrew Wiggins would later approach.

2010: Ontario Provincial Championship

In 2010, during his sophomore year at Vaughan Secondary School, Andrew Wiggins led the school's AAAA basketball team to a 44-1 record, winning the Ontario provincial championship where he scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds.

February 7, 2013: 57-Point Game After Criticism

On February 7, 2013, after an article in Sports Illustrated criticized Canadian basketball and Andrew Wiggins' work ethic, he responded by scoring 57 points in a 111-59 win over Marietta College.

May 2013: Named Mr. Basketball USA

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

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. He became only the second freshman in the last 15 years (along with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist) to amass those numbers in a win against a ranked opponent.

January 22, 2014: Top 25 Finalist for Wooden Award

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, marking the most for a Big 12 Conference freshman since Michael Beasley scored 44 points against Baylor in 2008.

2014: NBA Rookie of the Year

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

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 was named to the All-Tournament Team.

February 7, 2018: Reached 6,000 Career Points

On February 7, 2018, in a 140-138 overtime loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Andrew Wiggins reached 6,000 career points at 22 years, 349 days, 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.

December 6, 2021: Career-High Eight Threes Made

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: Named Western Conference 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.

2022: NBA Championship and All-Star Selection

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