Career Timeline of Anfernee Simons: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Anfernee Simons built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Anfernee Tyrik Simons is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Boston Celtics in the NBA. He was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round (24th overall) of the 2018 NBA draft after playing a postgraduate year at IMG Academy.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: Third High School Player Drafted

In the 2018 NBA Draft, Anfernee Simons became the third high school player since 2015 to be drafted into the NBA.

2017: High School Graduation and Postgraduate Year

In 2017, Anfernee Simons graduated from Edgewater High School and averaged 23.8 points in his last year. Afterwards, he attended IMG Academy for a postgraduate year and played for the United States men's national under-19 basketball team during the summer.

January 2018: Considering NBA Draft

In January 2018, Anfernee Simons said he was "most likely" going to bypass college and enter the 2018 NBA draft.

July 2, 2018: Signing with the Trail Blazers

On July 2, 2018, the Portland Trail Blazers announced that they had officially signed Anfernee Simons to a contract.

2018: NBA Draft

In 2018, Anfernee Simons was selected by the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of the NBA draft with the 24th overall pick after a postgraduate year at IMG Academy.

January 21, 2019: G League Assignment

On January 21, 2019, Anfernee Simons was assigned to the Agua Caliente Clippers for an NBA G League assignment.

April 10, 2019: First Career Start

On April 10, 2019, Anfernee Simons made his first career start against the Sacramento Kings, scoring a career-high 37 points, 6 rebounds, and 9 assists. He became the first Trail Blazers rookie to score 30-plus points since Damian Lillard.

January 3, 2022: Career-High Score and Grandfather's Passing

On January 3, 2022, Anfernee Simons scored a then career-high 43 points in a win against the Atlanta Hawks, dedicating the game to his grandfather who had passed away the previous night.