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 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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August 25, 1994: Caris LeVert Born

On August 25, 1994, Caris Coleman LeVert was born. He is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA.

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April 4, 2010: Father's Death

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. Around the same time, Michigan's recruiting class became highly ranked with commitments from Mitch McGary, Nik Stauskas and Glenn Robinson III.

2011: Michigan Wolverines Changes

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

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.

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 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.

January 25, 2021: Underwent Successful Kidney Surgery

On January 25, 2021, Caris LeVert underwent successful surgery to remove a mass on his left kidney, which was diagnosed as renal cell carcinoma. A full recovery was expected, with no further treatment needed.