History of Ausar Thompson in Timeline

Ausar Thompson is an American professional basketball player currently with the Detroit Pistons. A five-star recruit out of Pine Crest School, he bypassed his senior year to join Overtime Elite (OTE), where he achieved considerable success, winning two OTE titles and earning Finals MVP twice, plus a league MVP award in 2023. Thompson was drafted fifth overall by the Pistons in the 2023 NBA draft. He is the twin brother of fellow basketball player, Amen Thompson.

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1992: Uncle Participates in Summer Olympics

In 1992, Mark Thompson, Ausar Thompson's uncle, represented Jamaica in the 400-meter hurdles at the Summer Olympics.

January 30, 2003: Ausar Thompson born

On January 30, 2003, Ausar XLNC Thompson was born. He is an American professional basketball player for the Detroit Pistons of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

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2019: Gained Interest from College Programs

In 2019, Ausar Thompson gained interest from college programs, receiving a scholarship offer from Alabama.

May 25, 2021: Signed with Overtime Elite

On May 25, 2021, Ausar Thompson signed a two-year contract with Overtime Elite (OTE).

July 2022: Played in The Basketball Tournament

In July 2022, Ausar Thompson played for OTE affiliate Team Overtime in The Basketball Tournament where his team lost in the first round.

December 12, 2022: Earned League Player of the Week Honors

On December 12, 2022, Ausar Thompson earned league Player of the Week honors in the OTE League.

February 6, 2023: Selected as Player of the Week for Second Time

On February 6, 2023, Ausar Thompson was selected as Player of the Week for a second time, after posting a league single-game record 12 assists.

April 21, 2023: Declared for the 2023 NBA draft

On April 21, 2023, Ausar Thompson declared for the 2023 NBA draft.

October 25, 2023: NBA Regular-Season Debut

On October 25, 2023, Ausar Thompson made his NBA regular-season debut for the Detroit Pistons, recording four points, seven rebounds, three assists, and five blocks in a loss against the Miami Heat. He also became the youngest player in NBA history to put up at least five blocks in an NBA debut.

2023: Named League MVP and Drafted into the NBA

In 2023, Ausar Thompson was named league MVP in Overtime Elite (OTE). In the same year, he was selected fifth overall by the Detroit Pistons in the NBA draft.