History of Cam Thomas (basketball) in Timeline

Cameron Thomas is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. A former five-star recruit, he played college basketball at LSU before entering the NBA. He is known for his scoring ability and holds the record for being the youngest player in NBA history to score 40 or more points in three consecutive games.

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October 13, 2001: Cameron Thomas's birth

On October 13, 2001, Cameron Bouchea Thomas was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

July 2019: Nike Elite Youth Basketball League Offensive Player of the Year

In July 2019, Cameron Thomas was named Offensive Player of the Year at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League after averaging a league-best 29.5 points per game for Boo Williams.

November 18, 2019: Committed to LSU

On November 18, 2019, Cameron Thomas committed to play college basketball at Louisiana State University (LSU), choosing the Tigers over offers from other schools like UCLA.

November 26, 2020: College Debut

On November 26, 2020, Cameron Thomas made his college debut, scoring 27 points in a 94–81 win against SIU Edwardsville.

August 5, 2021: Signed with the Brooklyn Nets

On August 5, 2021, Cameron Thomas signed with the Brooklyn Nets of the NBA.

July 18, 2022: All-NBA Summer League First Team

On July 18, 2022, Cameron Thomas was named to the All-NBA Summer League First Team.

February 4, 2023: Career-high 44 points

On February 4, 2023, Cameron Thomas scored a then career-high 44 points in a 125–123 win over the Washington Wizards.

February 7, 2023: 43 points against the Phoenix Suns

On February 7, 2023, Cameron Thomas scored 43 points in a 116–112 loss to the Phoenix Suns, becoming the youngest player in NBA history to score at least 40 points in three consecutive games.

February 10, 2023: Fined by the NBA

On February 10, 2023, Cameron Thomas was fined $40,000 by the NBA for using inappropriate language during a post-game interview.

October 25, 2023: 36 points off the bench

On October 25, 2023, Cameron Thomas scored 36 points off the bench in a 114–113 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking the most points off the bench in a season-opener in NBA history.

March 15, 2025: Ruled out for the season

On March 15, 2025, Cameron Thomas was ruled out for the remainder of the NBA season due to a left hamstring strain.

September 4, 2025: Signed qualifying offer with the Nets

On September 4, 2025, Cameron Thomas signed a one-year, $6 million qualifying offer deal to return to the Nets after a summer spent in restricted free agency.