History of Cason Wallace in Timeline

Cason Wallace is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Highly regarded as a five-star recruit, he played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats. Wallace was drafted 10th overall by the Thunder in the 2023 NBA draft. Notably, he won an NBA championship with the Thunder in 2025.

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November 7, 2003: Cason Wallace Born

On November 7, 2003, Cason David Wallace was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

2012: Cousin's NBA Championship

In 2012, Cason Wallace's cousin, Terrel Harris, won an NBA championship.

2022: Awards and Recognition

In 2022, Cason Wallace was named the Gatorade Basketball Player of the Year for Texas and The Dallas Morning News boys basketball Player of the Year. He was also selected to play in the 2022 McDonald's All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic.

2022: Top Five Player in 2022 Class

In 2022, Cason Wallace was recognized as a consensus five-star recruit and a top five player in the 2022 class.

2023: NBA Draft and Trade

In 2023, Cason Wallace was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks with the tenth overall pick and then traded, along with Dāvis Bertāns, to the Oklahoma City Thunder for the 12th overall pick, Dereck Lively II.

June 2025: Relationship with Kiki Rice Revealed

In June 2025, UCLA Bruins player Kiki Rice revealed that she is in a romantic relationship with Cason Wallace.

2025: NBA Championship with Thunder

In 2025, Cason Wallace returned from a shoulder injury to play in every game of the NBA Playoffs, helping the Oklahoma City Thunder secure their first NBA championship by defeating the Indiana Pacers.