Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Brook Lopez

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 15, 2026

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Brook Lopez made an impact.

Brook Lopez, nicknamed "Splash Mountain," is an American professional basketball player currently with the Los Angeles Clippers. He's a former NBA All-Star with the Brooklyn Nets and a two-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection with the Milwaukee Bucks. Lopez won an NBA championship with the Bucks in 2021. His career is marked by both offensive skill and defensive prowess.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 31, 2008: Declared for NBA Draft

On March 31, 2008, Brook Lopez and his brother, Robin Lopez, both declared for the 2008 NBA draft after their sophomore season at Stanford.

October 29, 2008: NBA Debut

On October 29, 2008, Brook Lopez made his NBA debut for the New Jersey Nets, contributing 8 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 blocks in a 95-85 win.

2008: Drafted by New Jersey Nets

In 2008, Brook Lopez was selected as the 10th overall pick in the NBA draft by the New Jersey Nets.

July 11, 2012: Re-signed with the Nets

On July 11, 2012, Brook Lopez re-signed with the Nets, securing a four-year, $61 million contract extension.

January 30, 2013: Selected for NBA All-Star Game

On January 30, 2013, Brook Lopez was selected by NBA Commissioner David Stern to play in the 2013 NBA All-Star Game, marking his first All-Star appearance as a replacement for Rajon Rondo.

June 26, 2015: Opted Out of Contract

On June 26, 2015, Brook Lopez opted out of his contract with the Nets, becoming a free agent.

July 9, 2015: Re-signed with the Nets

On July 9, 2015, Brook Lopez re-signed with the Nets to a three-year deal.

November 2, 2016: 34 Points and Four 3-Pointers

On November 2, 2016, Brook Lopez recorded 34 points and 11 rebounds in a 109-101 win over the Detroit Pistons. He also hit four three-pointers, matching his career total for three-pointers made.

January 25, 2017: 33 Points and Career High Three-Pointers

On January 25, 2017, Brook Lopez had a 33-point effort while setting a then career high with seven three-pointers in a 109-106 loss to the Miami Heat.

February 15, 2017: Season-High 36 Points

On February 15, 2017, Brook Lopez scored a season-high 36 points and tied his career high with eight blocks in a 129-125 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

June 22, 2017: Traded to Los Angeles Lakers

On June 22, 2017, Brook Lopez, along with the rights to Kyle Kuzma, was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for D'Angelo Russell and Timofey Mozgov.

October 19, 2017: Lakers Debut

On October 19, 2017, Brook Lopez debuted for the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 20 points in a 108-92 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

July 17, 2018: Signed with the Milwaukee Bucks

On July 17, 2018, Brook Lopez signed with the Milwaukee Bucks.

October 17, 2018: Debut for the Bucks

On October 17, 2018, Brook Lopez made his debut for the Milwaukee Bucks in their season opener, scoring 14 points in a 113–112 win over the Charlotte Hornets.

October 24, 2019: Season Debut

On October 24, 2019, Brook Lopez made his season debut for the Bucks, logging 11 points, 3 assists, and 5 blocks in a 117–111 win over the Houston Rockets.

January 4, 2020: Tied Season-High Blocks

On January 4, 2020, Brook Lopez recorded a season-high 7 blocks in a 127–118 win over the San Antonio Spurs, matching his previous high.

December 23, 2020: Season Debut for the Bucks

On December 23, 2020, Brook Lopez made his season debut for the Bucks, recording seven points, three rebounds, and two blocks in a 122–121 loss to the Boston Celtics.

April 4, 2021: Logged Season-High Points

On April 4, 2021, Brook Lopez logged a season-high 26 points along with four rebounds and two blocks in a 129–128 win over the Sacramento Kings.

October 19, 2021: Season Debut

On October 19, 2021, Brook Lopez made his season debut for the Bucks, logging eight points, five rebounds, and three blocks in a 127–104 win over the Brooklyn Nets before being sidelined indefinitely with a back injury.

2021: NBA Championship

In 2021, Brook Lopez won an NBA championship as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks.

March 14, 2022: Returned from Injury

On March 14, 2022, Brook Lopez made his return to the court after undergoing back surgery, recording 6 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist, and 1 steal in a win against the Utah Jazz.

November 16, 2022: Game-Leading Points

On November 16, 2022, Brook Lopez scored a game-leading 29 points, while adding five rebounds and three blocks, during a 113–98 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

March 9, 2023: Career-High Blocks

On March 9, 2023, Brook Lopez recorded a career-high nine blocks, while adding 24 points and 10 rebounds, during a 118–113 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

July 6, 2023: Re-signed with the Bucks

On July 6, 2023, Brook Lopez re-signed with the Milwaukee Bucks.

April 29, 2024: Team-Leading Points in Playoff Loss

On April 29, 2024, during the NBA playoffs, Brook Lopez scored a team-leading 27 points and grabbed nine rebounds during a 126–113 Game 4 loss to the Indiana Pacers.