Early Life and Education of Caris LeVert: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Caris LeVert. A timeline of key moments.

Caris LeVert is an American professional basketball player currently with the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. He played college basketball at the University of Michigan. Originally drafted by the Indiana Pacers, he was immediately traded to the Brooklyn Nets. He subsequently played for the Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers before a trade to the Atlanta Hawks in February 2025. He signed with the Detroit Pistons in the following off-season.

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

1985: Michigan's Big Ten Championship

In 1985, Michigan clinched its first outright Big Ten Conference championship since the 1985–86 season.

August 25, 1994: Caris LeVert's Birth

On August 25, 1994, Caris Coleman LeVert was born. He would later become an American professional basketball player.

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April 4, 2010: Death of LeVert's father

On April 4, 2010, Caris LeVert's father, Darryl Wayne LeVert, who worked as a graphic designer, passed away at the age of 46.

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.

2011: Michigan Wolverines Team Composition

In 2011, the Michigan Wolverines lost several players due to graduation and transfers, while returning key players like Trey Burke and Tim Hardaway Jr.

2011: Ohio Bobcats' Upset

In 2011, the Ohio Bobcats, coached by John Groce, upset the Michigan team in the 2012 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. This contributed to Groce being hired by Illinois, leading Caris LeVert to withdraw his commitment to Ohio.

March 2012: Commitment to Michigan

In March 2012, after John Groce was hired by Illinois, Caris LeVert decided to commit to Michigan for basketball.

2012: High School Success and Awards

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 also received individual accolades, including being named an Associated Press All-Ohio Second Team high school basketball player and the Columbus Dispatch Metro Player of the Year.

2013: Increased Role and Performances as a Sophomore

During the offseason of 2013, Caris LeVert trained extensively. As a sophomore, he became a key contributor to Michigan basketball. He achieved career-highs in points and rebounds early in the season. LeVert scored 24 points against Duke on December 3. He was named a 2014 second team 2013–14 All-Big Ten selection.

2013: Freshman Season Contributions

In 2013, during his freshman year at Michigan, Caris LeVert saw limited playing time initially but eventually contributed as a perimeter defender. He made his first start on December 29 and averaged 2.3 points per game. He also contributed to the team's Final Four victory in the 2013 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament.

2014: Recovery and Season Start

After being sidelined for the final 14 games of the 2014–15 season, Caris LeVert started the next season strong with a game-high 18 points against Northern Michigan.

2014: All-Big Ten Selection and NCAA Tournament

In 2014, Caris LeVert was named a second team All-Big Ten selection. The 2013–14 team was eliminated in the elite eight round of the 2014 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament by Kentucky.

2014: Preseason Honors and Watch Lists

Prior to the 2014–15 season, Caris LeVert received numerous preseason accolades, including being named a first team All-Big Ten preseason selection and inclusion on various All-American teams and award watch lists such as the John R. Wooden Award and Oscar Robertson Trophy Watch List.

2015: Decision to Return for Senior Season

In 2015, despite expectations of being an NBA draft selection, Caris LeVert decided to return for his senior season at Michigan to improve his draft stock after seeking advice from the NBA Undergraduate Advisory Committee.

2015: Preseason Honors for Senior Season

Prior to the 2015–16 season, Caris LeVert was named an All-Big Ten preseason selection for the second straight year and was included on the Jerry West Award preseason watchlist and various Preseason All-American teams. He was ranked among the top players by ESPN and NBC Sports and made the John R. Wooden Award and Naismith College Player of the Year watchlists.

2017: Starting Lineup and Point Guard Role

In 2017, after Jeremy Lin's injury, Caris LeVert entered the starting lineup for the Brooklyn Nets and later took on the back-up point guard role due to injuries to Lin and D'Angelo Russell.

January 25, 2021: LeVert undergoes surgery to remove kidney mass

On January 25, 2021, Caris LeVert underwent successful surgery to remove a mass on his left kidney, which was identified as renal cell carcinoma. He was expected to make a full recovery.