Bradley Beal's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Bradley Beal. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Bradley Beal is an American professional basketball player. Drafted third overall by the Washington Wizards in 2012 after playing college basketball for the Florida Gators, Beal spent eleven seasons with the Wizards. His accolades include being named to the All-Rookie First Team in 2013, the All-NBA Third Team in 2021, and earning three All-Star selections. Beal ranks second on the Wizards' all-time leading scorer list. He last played for the Phoenix Suns.

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1961: Oscar Robertson's multiple games of 40 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds

In 1961, Oscar Robertson had multiple games of 40 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds.

November 28, 2011: Named SEC Freshman of the Week

Bradley Beal was named SEC Freshman of the Week on November 28, 2011. During the week of 11/21–11/28, Beal averaged 18.5 points, seven rebounds, two assists, and 1.5 steals in two wins over Wright State and Jacksonville.

2011: Mr. Show-Me Basketball and Gatorade National Player of the Year

At the end of Beal's senior season in 2011, he was named the 2011 Mr. Show-Me Basketball, recognizing him as the top high school basketball player in Missouri. He was also named the 2011 Gatorade National Player of the Year.

December 2012: Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month

In December 2012, Beal was named the Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month.

2012: Played 56 games, named to NBA All-Rookie first team

In 2012, after playing 56 games, Beal was named to the NBA All-Rookie first team, and finished third in voting for the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

January 4, 2013: Career high 24 points vs Brooklyn Nets

On January 4, 2013, in a game against the Brooklyn Nets, Bradley Beal scored a then career high 24 points and hit a clutch three-pointer to send the game to double overtime; the Wizards went on to lose the game.

January 2013: Named Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month

In January 2013, Beal was named the Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month.

November 10, 2013: Surpassed then-career high with 34 points

On November 10, 2013, Bradley Beal surpassed his then-career high by scoring 34 points in an overtime loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

March 29, 2017: Surpassed Arenas for franchise single-season three-point record

On March 29, 2017, Bradley Beal scored 27 points in a 133–124 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. During the game, Beal surpassed Gilbert Arenas for the franchise single-season three-point record, finishing with 209 three-pointers.

November 20, 2017: Youngest player in NBA history to reach 700 made three-pointers

On November 20, 2017, in a 99–88 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, Bradley Beal scored 23 points and became the youngest player in NBA history to reach 700 made three-pointers.

December 5, 2017: Career-high 51 points vs Portland Trail Blazers

On December 5, 2017, Bradley Beal scored a then career-high 51 points in a 106–92 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. He hit five three-pointers and made a career-high 21 field goals.

December 31, 2017: Led the Wizards to a win over the Chicago Bulls

On December 31, 2017, Bradley Beal scored 17 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter to lead Washington to a 114–110 win over the Chicago Bulls. Beal was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played Monday, December 25 through Sunday, December 31.

January 23, 2018: Named an NBA All-Star

On January 23, 2018, Bradley Beal was named an NBA All-Star for the first time.

October 20, 2018: Broke Washington's franchise record for most three-pointers in a career

On October 20, 2018, Bradley Beal scored 32 points in a loss to the Toronto Raptors. During the game, he broke Washington's franchise record for most three-pointers in a career, surpassing Gilbert Arenas with his 869th three-pointer.

April 2019: Franchise history with 2,000 points, 400 rebounds and 400 assists

In April 2019, Bradley Beal became the first player in Wizards franchise history to record 2,000 points, 400 rebounds, and 400 assists in a single season.

February 23, 2020: Career-High 53 Points vs. Chicago Bulls

On February 23, 2020, Bradley Beal scored a then career-high 53 points in a loss to the Chicago Bulls. During the game, Beal also passed Jeff Malone for second on the Wizards' all time scoring list.

2020: Career-High Scoring Season

In the 2020-21 season, Beal scored a career-high 31.3 points per game, finishing second to Steph Curry. The 31.3 points per game for a season stands as the franchise record.

January 6, 2021: Career High 60 points

On January 6, 2021, Beal scored a career high of 60 points in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, tying Gilbert Arenas' Wizards franchise record for points scored in a game by an individual.