History of Anthony Davis in Timeline

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

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1973: Second player in NBA history

On December 4, 2022, 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 to Record 35-Plus Points, 20-Plus Boards, 5-Plus Steals and 5-Plus Blocks

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

March 11, 1993: Anthony Davis Born

On March 11, 1993, Anthony Marshon Davis Jr., nicknamed "AD" and "the Brow", was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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1999: Davis Joins Elgin Baylor and Shaquille O'Neal

On November 22, 2022, Davis became just the third Laker in franchise history to record 30-plus points and 15-plus rebounds in four consecutive games, joining Elgin Baylor and Shaquille O'Neal (November 19–26, 1999).

2002: Wizards Player

In 2002, after Michael Jordan retired following the 2002-03 season, Davis chose to wear No. 23, becoming the first Wizards player to do so.

2002: Biggest comeback in franchise history since 2002

On February 26, 2023, he led the Lakers to a 111–108 come-from-behind victory over the Dallas Mavericks. It was the biggest comeback of the season at that time, and the Lakers' biggest comeback in franchise history since 2002.

2003: First Laker to Drop Multiple Games With At Least 30 Points and 20 Rebounds in a Season Since Shaquille O'Neal

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

2003: First Laker to Put Up a 40-Point and 20-Rebound Performance Since Shaquille O'Neal in 2003

On October 29, 2019, Anthony Davis became the first Laker to put up a 40-point and 20-rebound performance since Shaquille O'Neal in 2003. Davis also set the NBA record for free throws in a quarter (18) and the Lakers record for free throws in a half (18) and game (26).

2004: Previous American Player in Olympics Without NBA Experience

In 2012, Anthony Davis became the first American player since Emeka Okafor in 2004 to compete in the Olympics without any prior NBA experience.

2007: First team All-NBA

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

August 4, 2010: Bribery Allegations

On August 4, 2010, the Chicago Sun-Times reported that Anthony Davis's father had allegedly asked Kentucky for $200,000 in exchange for Anthony's commitment, though these allegations were later retracted.

August 13, 2010: Committed to Kentucky

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

August 2010: Nike Global Challenge

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

August 24, 2010: Ranked Number One by Scout.com

On August 24, 2010, Anthony Davis became the number one rated player in the national class of 2011 at Scout.com.

November 10, 2010: Signed National Letter of Intent

On November 10, 2010, Anthony Davis signed his National Letter of Intent and began his senior season on the Chicago Sun-Times area Top 50 list.

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

On March 30, 2011, in the McDonald's All-American Game, Anthony Davis scored 14 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, had 2 steals and 4 blocks.

November 15, 2011: Game Against Kansas

On November 15, 2011, Anthony Davis played one of two games against Kansas, averaging a double-double and 6.5 blocks.

2011: Rated Number One Player

After three seasons of Chicago Public League play, Anthony Davis was rated as the number one player in the class of 2011 by Scout.com and was listed in the ESPNU 100.

2011: Pre-College Career

Before his college career began in 2011, Anthony Davis was being mentioned as the first overall selection in the 2012 NBA draft.

2011: Pelicans' First Postseason Win Since 2011

In 2011, Anthony Davis and the Pelicans achieved their first postseason win since 2011, marking a significant milestone in Davis's career.

2011: High School Honors

In 2011, Anthony Davis earned numerous high school basketball honors, including being named to the McDonald's All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic, and selected for the USA Today All-USA high school basketball team.

2011: USBWA National Freshman of the Year

In 2011, Anthony Davis was named the USBWA National Freshman of the Year.

April 2, 2012: Game Against Kansas

On April 2, 2012, Anthony Davis played one of two games against Kansas, averaging a double-double and 6.5 blocks.

May 2, 2012: Named 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, due to injuries to players on the 20-man Team USA roster. He was considered to fill the center position vacancy resulting from Dwight Howard's injury.

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 a knee injury, making him the only college player on the team. The team went undefeated and won the gold medal match over Spain.

2012: NCAA Tournament

During the 2012 NCAA Tournament, Anthony Davis was selected to the NCAA South Regional All-Tournament Team, and posted 18 points, 14 rebounds and 5 blocks against Louisville in the final four. He won the NCAA basketball tournament Most Outstanding Player and was selected to that All-Tournament team.

2012: Kentucky Wildcats 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: NBA Draft and Olympics

In 2012, Anthony Davis was drafted as the first overall pick in the NBA draft by the New Orleans Hornets and was selected to play in the 2012 Olympics.

2012: College Player of the Year Awards

In 2012, Anthony Davis was named the Sporting News Men's College Basketball Player of the Year and won the US Basketball Writers Association's (USBWA) Robertson trophy, the Adolph Rupp Trophy, and was recognized by CBSSports.com as their national player of the year.

2012: All-American First Team Selection

In 2012, Anthony Davis was named to the Sporting News All-American first team, as well as first team All-American by the United States Basketball Writers Association, the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC), CBSSports.com, and the Associated Press, making him a unanimous first team All-American selection.

2012: Olympic Gold Medal

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

March 2013: Back-to-back 40-point games since Kobe Bryant in March 2013.

On December 4, 2022, Davis became only the fourth player to score at least 99 points in a two-game span while shooting at least 70% from the field; Elgin Baylor had three of those streaks, Wilt Chamberlain had two and David Thompson had one. He also became the first Laker with back-to-back 40-point games since Kobe Bryant in March 2013.

2013: Was not selected for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game for the first time since 2013

In 2022, Anthony Davis was not selected for the NBA All-Star Game for the first time since 2013.

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 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 on September 14. He averaged 12.3 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.1 blocks per game in 9 games played, while shooting 54.9% from the field.

2014: FIBA World Cup Gold Medal

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

2015: Tellem Becomes NBA Executive

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

2017: NBA All-Star Game MVP

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

2018: Signed with Klutch Sports Group

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

January 2, 2019: Davis Posts Career-High 26 Rebounds

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

July 2019: Davis Traded to the Los Angeles Lakers

In July 2019, Anthony Davis was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers by the Pelicans, marking a significant shift in his career.

October 22, 2019: Davis Makes Lakers Debut

On October 22, 2019, Anthony Davis made his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring 25 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.

2019: Trade to Los Angeles Lakers

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

January 3, 2020: Davis Scores 46 Points Against Pelicans

On January 3, 2020, Anthony Davis scored 46 points and grabbed 13 rebounds in a game against his former team, the Pelicans.

January 2020: Davis Declines Lakers' Contract Extension Offer

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

January 23, 2020: Davis Selected for NBA All-Star Game

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

December 3, 2020: Davis Re-Signs with Lakers

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

2020: NBA Championship with Lakers

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

2020: Davis Requests Trade from Pelicans

In January 2020, Anthony Davis informed the Pelicans that he would not sign a contract extension and requested a trade, becoming a free agent in the summer of 2020.

April 2021: Davis Sidelined with Calf and Heel Issues

In April 2021, Anthony Davis was sidelined for 30 games due to right calf and heel issues, marking the longest absence of his career.

September 18, 2021: Marriage to Marlen Polanco

On September 18, 2021, Anthony Davis married Marlen Polanco. They have three children together.

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.

February 16, 2022: Davis Injures Ankle Against Jazz

On February 16, 2022, Anthony Davis injured his right ankle in a game against the Utah Jazz and missed 18 games.

June 19, 2022: Signed with FaZe Clan

On June 19, 2022, Anthony Davis joined Faze Clan's Nuke Squad for Call of Duty.

November 13, 2022: Davis Scores 37 Points in Win Over Nets

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

January 25, 2023: Davis Returns After Foot Injury

On January 25, 2023, Anthony Davis returned after missing twenty games with a right foot injury, scoring 21 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in a win over the San Antonio Spurs.

April 11, 2023: Davis Named NBA Western Conference Player of the Month for March/April

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

August 4, 2023: Contract Extension with Lakers

On August 4, 2023, Anthony Davis signed a three-year, $186 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers.

December 10, 2023: Lakers Win Inaugural NBA Cup

On December 10, 2023, Anthony Davis and the Lakers won the inaugural NBA Cup by winning the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament. Davis contributed 41 points, 20 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks in the championship game against the Indiana Pacers and was named to the All-Tournament team.

2023: Davis Leads Lakers in Playoffs

During the 2023 playoffs, Anthony Davis led the Lakers, becoming the third Lakers player with 50 blocks in a single postseason.

2023: NBA Cup Win

In 2023, Anthony Davis won the first edition of the NBA Cup with the Los Angeles Lakers.

January 9, 2024: Season-High 41 Points

On January 9, 2024, Anthony Davis scored a season-high 41 points, including 20 in the fourth quarter, along with eleven rebounds and six assists in a 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, returning to the national team after a 10-year gap. He helped Team USA win the gold medal.

2024: Contract early termination option

Anthony Davis's contract included an early termination option prior to the fifth season in 2024-25.

2024: Named All-Star Reserve and Olympic Team Member

In 2024, Anthony Davis achieved several milestones. On February 1, he was named as a reserve for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, marking his ninth selection. On April 15, Davis was named to the 2024 U.S. Olympic team. The Lakers were later defeated by the Denver Nuggets in five games in the first round of the playoffs, despite Davis' performance.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal

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

January 27, 2025: Dominant First Quarter Against Hornets

On January 27, 2025, Anthony Davis started strong against the Charlotte Hornets, scoring 21 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in the first quarter, ultimately leading to a 42-point, 23-rebound win. Ahead of the league's February trade deadline, he renewed calls for the Lakers to acquire a center, freeing him to play his preferred power forward position.

February 2, 2025: Traded to the 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 also traded a 2025 second round pick to the Utah Jazz, who acquired Jalen Hood-Schifino and a 2025 second-round pick from the Lakers.

February 2025: Trade to Dallas Mavericks

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

July 8, 2025: Surgery for Detached Retina

On July 8, 2025, Anthony Davis underwent surgery to repair a detached retina in his right eye.

January 8, 2026: Left Hand Injury

On January 8, 2026, Anthony Davis suffered a left hand injury during a game against the Utah Jazz and did not return. An MRI revealed ligament damage, but non-surgical treatment was chosen, with an expected recovery period of several weeks.

February 5, 2026: Traded to the Washington Wizards

On February 5, 2026, Anthony Davis, along with Jaden Hardy, D'Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum, was traded to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Khris Middleton, Marvin Bagley III, AJ Johnson, a 2026 first-round pick, a 2030 protected first-round pick, and three second-round picks.

2029: Future Draft Pick

In a trade that occurred on February 2, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers included a 2029 first-round pick in the package that sent Anthony Davis and Max Christie to the Dallas Mavericks.

2030: Future Draft Pick

As part of a trade that occurred on February 5, 2026, the Dallas Mavericks traded a 2030 protected first-round pick (via GSW) to the Washington Wizards, along with Anthony Davis, Jaden Hardy, D'Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum.