Career Timeline of Anthony Davis: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Anthony Davis, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Anthony Davis, nicknamed "AD" and "the Brow", is an American professional basketball player for the Dallas Mavericks of the NBA. A power forward and center, he is a ten-time NBA All-Star, a five-time All-NBA Team selection, and a five-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection. In 2021, he was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team and is considered one of the greatest power forwards of all time.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1973: Davis Joins McHale for Stat Feat

On December 4, 2022, Anthony Davis joined Kevin McHale as only the second player in NBA history to put up at least 55 points, 15 rebounds, and three blocks in a game since blocks became an official stat in the 1973–74 season.

1973: First Player Since 1973-74 Season with Specific Stats

On November 22, 2022, Anthony Davis became the first player since the 1973-74 season to record 35+ points, 20+ rebounds, 5+ steals and 5+ blocks in a game.

1973: Davis Achieves Historic Feat

On October 26, Anthony Davis had a 50-point, 16-rebound, 7-steal, 5-assist, 4-block performance against the Denver Nuggets. It was the first 50-point, 15-rebound, 5-assist, 5-steal performance in NBA history since steals became an official statistic in the 1973-74 season.

1989: Davis's Performance Compared to Michael Jordan's

On October 26, Anthony Davis scored 50 points in the season opener, the most by any NBA player in a season opener since Michael Jordan scored 54 points in 1989.

1999: 30-15 Consecutive Games

In November 2022, Anthony Davis became just the third Laker to record 30-plus points and 15-plus rebounds in four consecutive games, since Shaquille O'Neal in 1999.

2002: Comeback Win

On February 26, 2023, Anthony Davis led the Lakers to a comeback victory over the Dallas Mavericks, marking the Lakers' biggest comeback since 2002.

2002: Davis Becomes First Back-to-Back 40-Point Scorer

On October 28, Anthony Davis had 45 points and 17 rebounds against the Golden State Warriors, becoming the first back-to-back-game 40-point scorer in Pelicans history since the New Orleans Hornets creation in 2002.

2003: Multiple 30/20 Games in a Season

On March 7, 2023, Anthony Davis became the first Laker since Shaquille O'Neal in the 2003-04 season to have multiple games with at least 30 points and 20 rebounds in a season.

2003: First 40-20 Laker since Shaq

On October 29, 2019, Anthony Davis became the first Laker since Shaquille O'Neal in 2003 to record a 40-point and 20-rebound performance.

2004: First American player since Emeka Okafor to compete in the Olympics

In 2012, Anthony Davis would be the first American player since Emeka Okafor in 2004 to have competed in the Olympics without any prior NBA experience.

2007: All-NBA First Team

In 2020, Anthony Davis and LeBron James became the first teammates to be first team All-NBA since 2007.

August 13, 2010: Committed to Kentucky

On August 13, 2010, Anthony Davis verbally committed to the University of Kentucky, choosing it over DePaul, Ohio State, and Syracuse.

August 2010: Nike Global Challenge

In August 2010, Anthony Davis participated in the Nike Global Challenge in Hillsboro, Oregon, where he scored 23 points and had 9 rebounds in the opening game.

November 10, 2010: Signed Letter of Intent

On November 10, 2010, Anthony Davis signed his National Letter of Intent. At this time he was 6 feet 10 inches tall.

March 30, 2011: McDonald's All-American Game

On March 30, 2011, Anthony Davis played in the McDonald's All-American Game at the United Center, scoring 14 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, making 2 steals and blocking 4 shots.

November 11, 2011: Kentucky Debut

On November 11, 2011, Anthony Davis debuted with a double-double, including 23 points, 10 rebounds, 5 blocks and 3 assists against Marist, earning his first Freshman of the Week honor.

2011: NCAA Season

During the 2011-12 NCAA Division I men's basketball season, Davis blocked more shots per game than most Division I men's teams.

2011: Pelicans' First Postseason Win Since 2011

In 2011, Anthony Davis contributed 35 points, 14 rebounds, four blocks, and two steals in Game 1 against the Portland Trail Blazers, securing the Pelicans' first postseason win since 2011.

2011: Pelicans return to playoffs

In the final game of the regular season, Davis helped the Pelicans win against the San Antonio Spurs. This sent the Pelicans to the 2015 NBA playoffs, the franchise's first appearance since 2011.

May 2, 2012: Finalist for 2012 Olympic basketball team

On May 2, 2012, Anthony Davis was named as one of the finalists for the 2012 Olympic basketball team, following injuries to other players.

June 15, 2012: Signed with Wasserman Media Group

On June 15, 2012, Anthony Davis signed with Arn Tellem and Thad Foucher of the Wasserman Media Group as his agents.

June 2012: Trademarked unibrow sayings

In June 2012, Anthony Davis trademarked his unibrow sayings "Fear The Brow" and "Raise The Brow".

July 12, 2012: Selected for the Olympic team

On July 12, 2012, Anthony Davis was selected for the Olympic team after Blake Griffin suffered an injury.

July 24, 2012: Signing with the Hornets

On July 24, 2012, Anthony Davis signed a three-year $16 million guaranteed contract with the New Orleans Hornets as prescribed by the NBA's collective bargaining agreement.

November 1, 2012: NBA Debut

On November 1, 2012, Anthony Davis made his NBA debut against the San Antonio Spurs, scoring a team-high 21 points in a losing effort.

2012: NBA Draft Mention

Before his college career began, Anthony Davis was being mentioned as the first overall selection in the 2012 NBA draft.

2012: Kentucky National Championship

In 2012, Anthony Davis led the Kentucky Wildcats to a national championship and was named the most outstanding player of the 2012 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament.

2012: NCAA Tournament Honors

In 2012, Anthony Davis was selected to the NCAA South Regional All-Tournament Team. He also won the NCAA basketball tournament Most Outstanding Player and was selected to that All-Tournament team.

2012: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2012, Anthony Davis won a gold medal with the United States national team at the Olympics.

February 15, 2013: Rising Stars Challenge Appearance

On February 15, 2013, Anthony Davis appeared in the Rising Stars Challenge during the 2013 NBA All-Star Game weekend.

March 2013: First Laker since Kobe with Back-to-Back 40 Point Games

On December 4, 2022, Anthony Davis became the first Laker with back-to-back 40-point games since Kobe Bryant in March 2013.

October 16, 2013: Pelicans Exercise Option

On October 16, 2013, during the preseason, the New Orleans Pelicans exercised the team's third-year option on Anthony Davis's contract.

2013: NBA Season Start

Anthony Davis began the 2013-14 NBA season with the newly-renamed Pelicans.

2013: Davis Named Rising Stars Challenge Participant

On January 29, 2014, Anthony Davis was named a Rising Stars Challenge participant as part of the 2014 NBA All-Star Game weekend.

March 16, 2014: Career Highs Against Celtics

On March 16, 2014, Anthony Davis scored a career-high 40 points and a career-high 21 rebounds in a 121–120 overtime win against the Boston Celtics. It was the first 40-point, 20-rebound effort of the 2013–14 NBA season. Davis was the fourth-youngest player (21 years and 5 days) to achieve 40/20 in a game and the youngest since Shaquille O'Neal in 1993.

2014: Launched AD's Flight Academy

In 2014, Anthony Davis launched AD's Flight Academy, which holds charitable events in the Greater-New Orleans area.

2014: Won gold medal in the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup

In 2014, Anthony Davis was a member of the national team that won the gold medal in the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup over Serbia.

2014: World Cup Gold Medal

In 2014, Anthony Davis won a gold medal with the United States national team at the World Cup.

July 9, 2015: Davis signs contract extension with Pelicans

On July 9, 2015, Anthony Davis signed a five-year, $145 million contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans.

2015: Tellem left Wasserman Media Group

In 2015, Arn Tellem left Wasserman Media Group to become an NBA executive.

February 19, 2017: Davis sets All-Star Game Record

On February 19, 2017, Anthony Davis scored 52 points in the NBA All-Star Game, breaking Wilt Chamberlain's previous record of 42 points. Davis also won the game's Most Valuable Player award.

March 11, 2017: Davis Scores 46 points

On March 11, 2017, Anthony Davis scored 46 points and grabbed 21 rebounds in a 125–122 overtime win over the Charlotte Hornets.

March 31, 2017: Davis Reaches 2,000 Points in a Season

On March 31, 2017, Anthony Davis became the first player in Pelicans history to reach 2,000 points in a season, during a win over the Sacramento Kings.

November 22, 2017: Davis Moves to Second in Franchise History

On November 22, 2017, Anthony Davis moved into second in franchise history ahead of Chris Paul with 7,938 career points after scoring 29 points against the San Antonio Spurs.

December 27, 2017: Davis Scores 33 Points

On December 27, 2017, Anthony Davis scored 33 points in a 128–113 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

2017: NBA All-Star Game MVP

In 2017, Anthony Davis was named the NBA All-Star Game MVP after setting a then-record of 52 points in the 2017 NBA All-Star Game.

January 14, 2018: Davis Scores Season-High 48 Points

On January 14, 2018, Anthony Davis scored a season-high 48 points and grabbed 17 rebounds in a 123–118 overtime victory over the New York Knicks.

2018: Signed with Klutch Sports Group

In 2018, Anthony Davis signed with Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group.

January 2, 2019: Career-High 26 Rebounds Against Nets

On January 2, 2019, Anthony Davis posted a career-high and franchise-record 26 rebounds along with 34 points against the Brooklyn Nets.

July 2019: Trade to the Los Angeles Lakers

In July 2019, Anthony Davis was traded by the Pelicans to the Los Angeles Lakers.

October 22, 2019: Lakers Debut

On October 22, 2019, Anthony Davis debuted with the Los Angeles Lakers, recording 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists against the Los Angeles Clippers.

2019: Traded to the Lakers

In 2019, Anthony Davis was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.

January 3, 2020: Davis Scores 46 Against Pelicans

On January 3, 2020, Anthony Davis scored 46 points and grabbed 13 rebounds in a 123-113 victory over his former team, the Pelicans.

January 2020: Declines Lakers' Contract Extension

In January 2020, Anthony Davis declined the Lakers' offer of a four-year, $146 million max extension, choosing to enter free agency.

January 23, 2020: Named NBA All-Star Starter

On January 23, 2020, Anthony Davis was selected as a front-court starter for the NBA All-Star Game.

December 3, 2020: Re-Signs with the Lakers

On December 3, 2020, Anthony Davis re-signed with the Lakers on a five-year, $190 million contract.

2020: Won NBA Championship

In 2020, Anthony Davis won an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers.

2020: Trade Request and Public Announcement

In January 2020, Anthony Davis informed the Pelicans that he would not sign a contract extension and requested a trade, later being fined $50,000 by the NBA for making the request public.

2021: Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team

In 2021, Anthony Davis was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest power forwards of all time.

June 19, 2022: Signed with FaZe Clan

On June 19, 2022, Anthony Davis signed with FaZe Clan, joining their Nuke Squad for Call of Duty.

November 13, 2022: 37 Points and 18 Rebounds Against Nets

On November 13, 2022, Anthony Davis scored 37 points and grabbed 18 rebounds in a win against the Brooklyn Nets.

January 25, 2023: Return After Foot Injury

On January 25, 2023, Anthony Davis returned after missing twenty games due to a right foot injury, posting 21 points and 12 rebounds in a win against the San Antonio Spurs.

April 11, 2023: Named Western Conference Player of the Month

On April 11, 2023, Anthony Davis was named NBA Western Conference Player of the Month for March/April.

August 4, 2023: Signed contract extension with Lakers

On August 4, 2023, Anthony Davis signed a three-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers.

December 10, 2023: Won inaugural NBA Cup

On December 10, 2023, Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers won the inaugural NBA Cup after winning the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament. Davis scored 41 points, 20 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks in the championship game against the Indiana Pacers, and was recognized as a member of the All-Tournament team.

2023: Playoff Performance and Lakers' Loss

During the 2023 playoffs, Anthony Davis achieved milestones including a playoff career-high in blocks and joined Lakers legends with 50 blocks in a single postseason, despite the Lakers losing the series to the Denver Nuggets.

January 9, 2024: Season-high 41 points

On January 9, 2024, Anthony Davis scored a season-high 41 points, with 20 of those points in the fourth quarter, along with eleven rebounds and six assists in the Lakers' 132–131 win over the Toronto Raptors.

April 15, 2024: Named to 2024 U.S. Olympic team

On April 15, 2024, Anthony Davis was named to the 2024 U.S. Olympic team, marking his return to the national team after a 10-year gap.

2024: Named as reserve for NBA All-Star Game and Olympic Team

In 2024, Anthony Davis was named as a reserve for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, earning his ninth selection. He was also named to the 2024 U.S. Olympic team, returning after a 10-year gap and would go on to win the gold medal.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2024, Anthony Davis won a gold medal with the United States national team at the Olympics.

2024: Contract Option Year

In December 3, 2020, Anthony Davis signed a five-year contract that included an early termination option prior to the fifth season in 2024–25.

January 27, 2025: 42 point, 23 rebound win against the Charlotte Hornets

On January 27, 2025, Anthony Davis opened the game against the Charlotte Hornets with 21 points and 11 rebounds in the first quarter, finishing with 42 points and 23 rebounds.

February 2, 2025: Traded to Dallas Mavericks

On February 2, 2025, Anthony Davis, along with Max Christie and a 2029 first-round pick, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Dončić, Maxi Kleber, and Markieff Morris. The Mavericks additionally traded a 2025 second round pick to the Utah Jazz, who also acquired Jalen Hood-Schifino and a 2025 second-round pick from the Lakers. This was regarded as one of the most significant and unexpected trades in NBA history.

February 2025: Traded to Mavericks

In February 2025, Anthony Davis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Dončić.

March 17, 2025: Assigned to the Texas Legends

On March 17, 2025, Anthony Davis was assigned to the Texas Legends.

2029: Future Draft Pick

In a trade on February 2, 2025, The Los Angeles Lakers traded a 2029 first-round pick, along with Anthony Davis and Max Christie, to the Dallas Mavericks.