Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Brook Lopez

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 Milwaukee Bucks. He's a one-time NBA All-Star (Brooklyn Nets) and a two-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection (Bucks). Lopez was a key contributor to the Bucks' 2021 NBA Championship victory.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 31, 2008: Declaration for the NBA Draft

On March 31, 2008, Brook Lopez and his brother Robin declared for the 2008 NBA draft after playing college basketball for Stanford.

October 29, 2008: NBA Debut

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

2008: Drafted by the New Jersey Nets

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

December 4, 2009: First Win of the Season

On December 4, 2009, Brook Lopez contributed 31 points and 14 rebounds in a 97-91 win against the Charlotte Bobcats, marking the Nets' first win of the 2009-10 season after an 0-18 start.

2009: NBA All-Star Weekend Rookie Challenge

In 2009, Brook Lopez was selected to compete in the NBA All-Star Weekend Rookie Challenge. He also finished third in Rookie of the Year voting and was named to the All-Rookie first team.

July 11, 2012: Re-signing with the Nets

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

2012: Hot Start in 2012

In 2012, Brook Lopez got off to a hot start, scoring 27 points in the season opener against the Toronto Raptors, before injuring his ankle on November 28.

January 30, 2013: Selection for the 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 as a replacement for Rajon Rondo.

March 20, 2013: 38-Point Performance Against the Mavericks

On March 20, 2013, Brook Lopez scored 38 points and had 11 rebounds in a 113-97 win against the Dallas Mavericks, coming close to his career-high score.

November 15, 2013: 27 Points and 7 Rebounds

On November 15, 2013, Brook Lopez recorded 27 points and 7 rebounds in an overtime win against the Phoenix Suns.

December 7, 2013: 32 Points Against the Bucks

On December 7, 2013, Brook Lopez scored 32 points and grabbed 7 rebounds against the Milwaukee Bucks.

December 20, 2013: Season-ending Foot Injury

On December 20, 2013, the Nets announced that Brook Lopez was out for the remainder of the season due to a foot injury.

November 3, 2014: 2014-15 Season Debut

On November 3, 2014, Brook Lopez made his season debut, recording 18 points and 6 rebounds in a win against the Oklahoma City Thunder after missing the first two games due to a foot injury.

March 20, 2015: 32 Points and 18 Rebounds

On March 20, 2015, Brook Lopez recorded 32 points and a season-high 18 rebounds in a triple-overtime win against the Milwaukee Bucks.

June 26, 2015: Opting 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-signing with the Nets

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

January 2, 2016: Season-High 30 Points and 13 Rebounds

On January 2, 2016, Brook Lopez recorded a then season-high 30 points and 13 rebounds in a win against the Boston Celtics.

November 2, 2016: 34 Points and 11 Rebounds

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

January 25, 2017: 33-Point Effort

On January 25, 2017, Brook Lopez had another 33-point effort while setting a 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: Trade to the Los Angeles Lakers

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

October 19, 2017: Lakers Debut

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

November 3, 2017: Season-High 34 Points

On November 3, 2017, Brook Lopez scored a season-high 34 points in a win over his former team, the Brooklyn Nets.

July 17, 2018: Signed with the Milwaukee Bucks

On July 17, 2018, Brook Lopez signed a contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, marking a new chapter in his NBA career.

October 17, 2018: Bucks Debut

On October 17, 2018, Brook Lopez debuted for the Milwaukee Bucks, scoring 14 points in a 113–112 victory over the Charlotte Hornets.

October 24, 2019: Season Debut

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

January 4, 2020: Season-High Blocks

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

December 23, 2020: Season Debut for the Bucks

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

April 4, 2021: 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 and Injury

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

2021: NBA Championship with the Milwaukee Bucks

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

March 14, 2022: Return from Injury

On March 14, 2022, Brook Lopez made his return after 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, continuing his tenure with the team.

April 29, 2024: Playoff Performance

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

June 30, 2025: Leaving the Bucks

On June 30, 2025, it was announced that Brook Lopez would be leaving the Milwaukee Bucks to join the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $18 million deal.