Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Brandon Ingram

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Brandon Ingram made an impact.

Brandon Ingram is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. Drafted second overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2016, he earned NBA All-Rookie Second Team honors. He's a two-time NBA All-Star and was recognized as the NBA Most Improved Player in 2020, showcasing his growth and development as a player.

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April 4, 2016: Declaration for 2016 NBA Draft

On April 4, 2016, Brandon Ingram declared for the 2016 NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility, marking the start of his professional basketball career.

June 23, 2016: Drafted by Los Angeles Lakers

On June 23, 2016, Brandon Ingram was selected with the second overall pick in the 2016 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Lakers, beginning his NBA journey.

August 23, 2016: Signed Rookie Contract with Lakers

On August 23, 2016, Brandon Ingram signed his rookie-scale contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, officially becoming part of the team.

October 26, 2016: NBA Debut with Lakers

On October 26, 2016, Brandon Ingram made his NBA debut for the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring nine points off the bench in a win against the Houston Rockets.

2016: NBA Draft and All-Rookie Team

In 2016, Brandon Ingram was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers with the second overall pick and was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in his debut season.

October 20, 2017: Career-High 25 Points Against Suns

On October 20, 2017, Brandon Ingram scored a then career-high 25 points in a 132–130 win over the Phoenix Suns.

November 15, 2017: 26 Points and 11 Rebounds vs 76ers

On November 15, 2017, Ingram scored 26 points along with a career-best 11 rebounds in a 115-109 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

January 5, 2018: 22 Points and 14 Rebounds vs Hornets

On January 5, 2018, Ingram had 22 points and a career-high 14 rebounds in a 108-94 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.

January 17, 2019: Career-high 11 assists

On January 17, 2019, Brandon Ingram recorded a career-high 11 assists in a 138–128 overtime victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

July 6, 2019: Traded to the New Orleans Pelicans

On July 6, 2019, Brandon Ingram, along with Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart, draft rights to De'Andre Hunter, two first-round picks, a first-round pick swap, and cash, was traded by the Lakers to the New Orleans Pelicans for Anthony Davis.

November 4, 2019: Career-high 40 points against the Brooklyn Nets

On November 4, 2019, Brandon Ingram scored a then-career-high of 40 points in a game against the Brooklyn Nets.

2019: Trade to New Orleans Pelicans

In 2019, Brandon Ingram was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans as part of a package deal for All-Star Anthony Davis.

January 16, 2020: Career-high 49 points against the Utah Jazz

On January 16, 2020, Brandon Ingram surpassed his previous career-high, scoring 49 points in an overtime win against the Utah Jazz. He secured a one-point lead with a fadeaway jumper before Rudy Gobert tied the game with a free throw.

2020: NBA Most Improved Player

In 2020, Brandon Ingram was named the NBA Most Improved Player, marking a significant achievement in his professional career.

December 3, 2021: Career-high 12 assists against the Dallas Mavericks

On December 3, 2021, Brandon Ingram achieved a career-high of 12 assists, along with 24 points and eight rebounds, in a victory against the Dallas Mavericks.

January 11, 2022: Game-winning three-pointer against the Minnesota Timberwolves

On January 11, 2022, Brandon Ingram scored 33 points and nine assists, and made the game-winning three-pointer, leading the Pelicans to a 128–125 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

March 24, 2023: First NBA career triple-double

On March 24, 2023, Brandon Ingram recorded his first career triple-double in the NBA, scoring 30 points, securing 11 rebounds, and providing 10 assists during the Pelicans' victory over the Charlotte Hornets.

February 6, 2024: 41 points against the Toronto Raptors

On February 6, 2024, Brandon Ingram scored 41 points, nine rebounds, and six assists, leading to a win against the Toronto Raptors. He became the first NBA player to achieve at least 40 points with eight or more three-pointers made and a field goal percentage of at least 75% without committing a turnover.

February 6, 2025: Traded to the Toronto Raptors

On February 6, 2025, Brandon Ingram was traded to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Bruce Brown, Kelly Olynyk, a 2026 first-round draft pick (via Indiana), and a 2031 second-round draft pick.