Career Timeline of Caris LeVert: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Caris LeVert made an impact.

Caris LeVert is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. He played college basketball at the University of Michigan. Initially drafted by the Indiana Pacers, he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets before also playing for the Pacers and the Cleveland Cavaliers. He is known for his scoring ability and versatility on the court.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1994: First Net to Post 3 Steals

In 2016, Caris Levert became the first Net to post 3 steals in his debut since Chris Childs did it in 1994.

November 2011: Commitment to Ohio Bobcats

In November 2011, Caris LeVert committed to play basketball for John Groce and the Ohio Bobcats men's basketball program. Around the same time, Michigan's recruiting class became highly ranked with commitments from Mitch McGary, Nik Stauskas and Glenn Robinson III.

2011: Ohio Bobcats Upset Michigan

In 2011, the Ohio Bobcats' upset of the Michigan team in the 2012 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament influenced John Groce's hiring by Illinois, indirectly leading to Caris LeVert's decision to play for Michigan.

March 2012: Commitment to Michigan

In March 2012, after John Groce was hired by Illinois, Caris LeVert withdrew his commitment to Ohio and decided to commit to Michigan.

2012: High School Success

In 2012, as a high school senior, Caris LeVert led Pickerington Central to a 26–2 record and the OHSAA Division I state championship. He was also named an Associated Press All-Ohio Second Team high school basketball player and the Columbus Dispatch Metro Player of the Year.

2012: Fourth Player Drafted

In 2016, Caris Levert became the fourth player drafted from Michigan's 2012 entering class.

2013: Freshman Season

In 2013, during his freshman year, Caris LeVert played as a perimeter defender, earned his first start against Central Michigan, and contributed to Michigan's Final Four victory over Syracuse, scoring 8 points.

2013: Training and Contributions

In 2013, during the offseason, Caris LeVert trained with Nik Stauskas. He also became a key contributor to Michigan basketball, following National Player of the Year Trey Burke.

2013: Fifth First-Round Draft Selection

In 2016, Caris Levert became Michigan's fifth first-round draft selection since 2013.

2014: All-Big Ten Selection

In 2014, Caris LeVert was named a second team All-Big Ten selection and to the all-District V team by the USBWA. The team was eliminated in the elite eight round of the 2014 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament by Kentucky.

2015: Decision to Return for Senior Season

In 2015, after seeking advice from the NBA Undergraduate Advisory Committee, Caris LeVert announced he would return for his senior season to improve his draft stock.

2015: Preseason Honors

Prior to the 2015-16 season, in 2015, Caris LeVert was named an All-Big Ten preseason selection for the second straight year and was included in watchlists for the Jerry West Award, John R. Wooden Award, Naismith College Player of the Year, and Robertson Trophy.

2016: NBA Draft and Trade

In 2016, Caris LeVert was drafted by the Indiana Pacers with the 20th overall pick and then traded to the Brooklyn Nets. He later signed his rookie contract with the Nets and made his NBA debut in December.

2017: Increased Playing Time

In 2017, after Jeremy Lin's injury, Caris LeVert gained increased playing time, eventually earning the backup point guard role for the Brooklyn Nets.

March 4, 2018: 27-Point Effort

On March 4, 2018, Caris LeVert scored 27 points in a 123–120 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

October 17, 2018: Equaled Career High in Season Opener

On October 17, 2018, Caris LeVert equaled his career high with 27 points in the Nets' season opener against the Detroit Pistons. The Nets lost the game 103–100.

February 8, 2019: Returned from Injury

On February 8, 2019, Caris LeVert returned to action after missing 42 games due to a severe right leg injury. He played 15 minutes off the bench and scored 11 points in a 125–106 loss to the Chicago Bulls.

August 26, 2019: Signed Contract Extension with Nets

On August 26, 2019, Caris LeVert signed a three-year contract extension with the Brooklyn Nets, securing his future with the team.

January 4, 2020: Returned From Thumb Injury

On January 4, 2020, Caris Levert returned from a thumb injury that had sidelined him since November 10, scoring 13 points against the Toronto Raptors.

January 8, 2021: Career Best 7 Three-Point Shots

On January 8, 2021, Caris LeVert achieved a career best by making 7 three-point shots on 9 attempts, scoring 43 points against the Memphis Grizzlies, with key players sidelined.

January 16, 2021: Traded to Indiana Pacers

On January 16, 2021, Caris LeVert was traded to the Indiana Pacers as part of a multi-player, four-team trade. An MRI revealed a small mass on his left kidney after the trade.