History of Coby White in Timeline

Coby White is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Chicago Bulls. He played college basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels and was a highly regarded high school player, becoming the all-time leading prep scorer in North Carolina state history. Drafted seventh overall by the Bulls in the 2019 NBA draft, White earned NBA All-Rookie Second Team honors in 2020. In 2024, he finished as the runner-up for the NBA Most Improved Player award.

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February 16, 2000: Coby White Born

On February 16, 2000, Alec Jacoby "Coby" White was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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August 15, 2017: Father's Death

On August 15, 2017, Coby White's father, Donald, passed away from liver cancer.

November 8, 2017: Signed with North Carolina

On November 8, 2017, Coby White signed a National Letter of Intent to play for North Carolina.

November 6, 2018: College Debut Against Wofford

On November 6, 2018, Coby White made his debut in a game against Wofford, starting at point guard, and recording eight points and three assists in North Carolina's 78–67 win over Wofford.

2018: Awards and Nominations

In 2018, Coby White was named North Carolina Mr. Basketball, awarded the 2018 USA Today's North Carolina Player of the Year, named to the 2018 McDonald's All-American Game, and nominated to the MaxPreps All-America first team.

2018: Gold Medal at FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship

In 2018, Coby White was named to the United States U18 National team to compete in the FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship in Canada and helped lead the team to a gold medal as the team's top scorer, earning all-tournament honors.

February 26, 2019: Career-High 34 Points Against Syracuse

On February 26, 2019, Coby White scored a career-high 34 points while leading the Tar Heels to a 93–85 victory against Syracuse.

April 3, 2019: Declared for the 2019 NBA Draft

On April 3, 2019, Coby White declared for the 2019 NBA draft after one season at North Carolina, where he earned All-ACC 2nd Team honors.

June 20, 2019: Drafted by the Chicago Bulls

On June 20, 2019, Coby White was drafted by the Chicago Bulls with the seventh overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft. He is the first player from North Carolina to be drafted in the first round by the Bulls since Michael Jordan in 1984.

July 1, 2019: Signed with the Bulls

On July 1, 2019, Coby White signed with the Chicago Bulls.

October 23, 2019: NBA Debut

On October 23, 2019, Coby White made his debut in the NBA, coming off the bench in a 126–125 loss to the Charlotte Hornets with 17 points, three rebounds, and seven assists, becoming the first player born in the 2000s to play in the NBA.

November 12, 2019: Bulls Franchise Record

On November 12, 2019, Coby White hit seven 3-pointers in the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks, setting a Bulls franchise record for most 3-pointers made in a single quarter, and finished with 27 points in the 120–102 victory.

2019: Drafted by the Chicago Bulls

In 2019, Coby White was selected by the Chicago Bulls in the first round of the NBA draft with the seventh overall pick.

February 22, 2020: Career-High 33 Points

On February 22, 2020, Coby White scored a then career-high 33 points in a 112–104 loss to the Phoenix Suns.

September 15, 2020: Named to NBA All-Rookie Second Team

On September 15, 2020, Coby White was named to the 2019–20 NBA All-Rookie Second Team by the NBA.

2020: Named to NBA All-Rookie Second Team

In 2020, Coby White was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team.

February 10, 2021: 30 Points, Eight 3-Pointers

On February 10, 2021, Coby White finished with 30 points, eight 3-pointers, and 7 assists in a 129–116 win over the New Orleans Pelicans, setting a Bulls franchise record with teammate Zach LaVine when they each made 8 shots from behind the arc.

June 10, 2021: Shoulder Surgery

On June 10, 2021, Coby White underwent left shoulder surgery and was ruled out for at least four months.

January 31, 2023: Fastest Bull to 500 Career Three-Point Baskets

On January 31, 2023, in a 108–103 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, Coby White became the fastest player (237 games) in Bulls franchise history to make 500 career three-point baskets.

July 7, 2023: Signed Contract Extension with Bulls

On July 7, 2023, Coby White signed a three-year contract extension with the Bulls.

April 17, 2024: Career-High 42 Points in Play-In Tournament

On April 17, 2024, Coby White scored a then career-high 42 points in a 131–116 win over the Atlanta Hawks in the play-in tournament. It was the second-most in play-in tournament history behind Jayson Tatum’s 50 points game in 2021.