Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Clint Capela

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Clint Capela made an impact.

Clint Capela is a Swiss professional basketball player currently playing for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. Drafted 25th overall in 2014 by Houston, he is renowned for his skills as a rebounder and shot-blocker. Capela is also the highest-earning Swiss team athlete in history.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2012: Joins Élan Chalon

In 2012, Clint Capela began his professional career with Élan Chalon of the LNB Pro A.

August 2013: Swiss National Team Debut

In August 2013, Clint Capela debuted for the Swiss national basketball team at the FIBA EuroBasket 2015 qualification rounds.

June 26, 2014: Drafted by Houston Rockets

On June 26, 2014, Clint Capela was selected with the 25th overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets.

July 25, 2014: Signs with the Rockets

On July 25, 2014, Clint Capela signed with the Houston Rockets.

2014: NBA Draft Declaration

In 2014, Clint Capela declared for the NBA draft.

March 30, 2015: First NBA Points

On March 30, 2015, Clint Capela scored his first NBA points, finishing the game with eight points and nine rebounds in a 99–96 loss to the Toronto Raptors.

November 6, 2015: First Career Double-Double

On November 6, 2015, Clint Capela recorded his first career double-double with then-career highs of 13 points and 12 rebounds as a starter in a 116–110 win over the Sacramento Kings.

November 19, 2016: Career High Points

On November 19, 2016, Clint Capela scored a career-high 20 points in a 111–102 win over the Utah Jazz.

November 27, 2016: New Career High Points

On November 27, 2016, Clint Capela set a new career high with 21 points against the Portland Trail Blazers.

2016: Breakout Season with the Rockets

In 2016, Clint Capela experienced a breakout season with the Rockets, with a substantial increase in his role as a center and key defensive player.

January 17, 2017: Returns to action

On January 17, 2017, Clint Capela returned to action against the Miami Heat after missing 15 games.

October 18, 2017: Matches Career High Rebounds

On October 18, 2017, Clint Capela had 22 points and matched his career high with 17 rebounds in a 105–100 win over the Sacramento Kings.

December 11, 2017: Career High Points

On December 11, 2017, Clint Capela had a career-high 28 points in a 130–123 win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

2017: Highest Field Goal Percentage

During the 2017-18 season, Clint Capela achieved the league's highest field goal percentage.

February 9, 2018: 20-Point, 20-Rebound Game

On February 9, 2018, Clint Capela recorded 23 points and a career-high 25 rebounds in a 130–104 win over the Denver Nuggets.

July 27, 2018: Signs Extension with Rockets

On July 27, 2018, Clint Capela signed a five-year, $90 million extension with the Rockets.

March 2019: Career-Best Streak

In March 2019, Clint Capela had a career-best streak of 12 games with at least 10 rebounds.

February 5, 2020: Traded to Atlanta Hawks

On February 5, 2020, Clint Capela was traded to the Atlanta Hawks.

December 28, 2020: Hawks Debut

On December 28, 2020, Clint Capela made his Hawks debut.

2020: Leads NBA in Rebounding

During the 2020-21 season, Clint Capela led the NBA in rebounding as a member of the Atlanta Hawks.

January 22, 2021: First Career Triple-Double

On January 22, 2021, Clint Capela recorded his first career triple-double with 13 points, 19 rebounds and a career-high 10 blocks in a 116–98 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 31, 2021: Season High Rebounds

On December 31, 2021, Clint Capela grabbed a season-high 23 rebounds and scored 18 points during a 121–118 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

April 11, 2023: Play-In Tournament Game

On April 11, 2023, during the Hawks' play-in tournament game against the Miami Heat, Clint Capela grabbed 21 rebounds, alongside four points and two blocks.