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Christian Wood

Christian Wood is an American professional basketball player who most recently played for the Los Angeles Lakers. Prior to the Lakers, he played for the UNLV Runnin' Rebels in college. His NBA career includes stints with the Philadelphia 76ers, Charlotte Hornets, Milwaukee Bucks, New Orleans Pelicans, Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, and Dallas Mavericks. Wood is known for his scoring ability and versatility as a big man.

September 27, 1995: Christian Wood Born

On September 27, 1995, Christian Marquise Wood was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2012: Helped Findlay Prep win a championship

In 2012, Christian Wood helped the Findlay Prep Pilots win 54 consecutive games and an ESPN National High School Invitational championship.

2013: Began playing at UNLV

In 2013, Christian Wood began playing basketball at UNLV.

2013: Ranked as No. 36 overall player

In 2013, Christian Wood was ranked as the No. 36 overall player in the class by Rivals. Scout listed him at No. 10 at his position and ESPN listed him as the No. 71 prospect overall.

September 27, 2015: Signed with the Philadelphia 76ers

On September 27, 2015, Christian Wood signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.

2015: Declared for the NBA draft

In 2015, Christian Wood declared for the NBA draft after earning first team All-Mountain West honors during his sophomore season at UNLV.

January 4, 2016: Waived by the 76ers

On January 4, 2016, Christian Wood was waived by the Philadelphia 76ers.

January 6, 2016: Acquired by the Delaware 87ers

On January 6, 2016, Christian Wood was acquired by the Delaware 87ers.

July 14, 2016: Signed with the Charlotte Hornets

On July 14, 2016, Christian Wood signed with the Charlotte Hornets.

July 2016: Re-joined the 76ers for the NBA Summer League

In July 2016, Christian Wood re-joined the Philadelphia 76ers for the NBA Summer League.

August 9, 2017: Signed with the Fujian Sturgeons

On August 9, 2017, Christian Wood signed with the Fujian Sturgeons of the Chinese Basketball Association but was later waived.

2017: Won the Summer League Championship

In 2017, Christian Wood was a member of the Dallas Mavericks team that won the Summer League Championship in Orlando.

August 14, 2018: Signed with the Milwaukee Bucks

On August 14, 2018, Christian Wood signed with the Milwaukee Bucks.

March 18, 2019: Waived by the Milwaukee Bucks

On March 18, 2019, Christian Wood was waived by the Milwaukee Bucks.

March 20, 2019: Claimed off waivers by the New Orleans Pelicans

On March 20, 2019, Christian Wood was claimed off waivers by the New Orleans Pelicans.

July 15, 2019: Waived by the Pelicans

On July 15, 2019, Christian Wood was waived by the New Orleans Pelicans.

July 17, 2019: Claimed off waivers by the Detroit Pistons

On July 17, 2019, Christian Wood was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Pistons.

March 14, 2020: Tested positive for COVID-19

On March 14, 2020, Christian Wood tested positive for COVID-19 amidst the pandemic and the subsequent suspension of the NBA season.

November 24, 2020: Signed with the Houston Rockets

On November 24, 2020, Christian Wood signed with the Houston Rockets for three years.

December 26, 2020: Made his Rockets debut

On December 26, 2020, Christian Wood made his Houston Rockets debut, scoring 31 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 assists in a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.

January 3, 2022: Suspended by the Rockets for one game

On January 3, 2022, the Houston Rockets suspended Christian Wood for one game without pay due to poor behavior.

June 24, 2022: Traded to the Dallas Mavericks

On June 24, 2022, Christian Wood was traded to the Dallas Mavericks.

December 25, 2022: First Christmas Day game

On December 25, 2022, Christian Wood recorded 30 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists, 4 steals and 2 blocks in a 124–115 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in his first Christmas Day game.

September 6, 2023: Signed with the Los Angeles Lakers

On September 6, 2023, Christian Wood signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.

March 2024: Underwent arthroscopic knee procedure

In March 2024, Christian Wood underwent an initial arthroscopic procedure on his left knee.

February 11, 2025: Waived by the Lakers

On February 11, 2025, Christian Wood was waived by the Los Angeles Lakers.

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