Coby White's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Coby White. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Coby White is a professional basketball player for the Chicago Bulls. He excelled in high school in North Carolina, becoming the state's all-time leading prep scorer. He then played college basketball at the University of North Carolina before being drafted seventh overall by the Bulls in the 2019 NBA draft. He earned NBA All-Rookie Second Team honors in 2020 and was runner-up for the NBA Most Improved Player award in 2024.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

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: FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship

In the summer of 2018, Coby White competed in the 2018 FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship in Canada, leading the United States U18 National team to a gold medal and earning all-tournament honors.

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, earning All-ACC 2nd Team honors.

November 12, 2019: Franchise Record for 3-Pointers in a Quarter

On November 12, 2019, Coby White set a Chicago Bulls franchise record by hitting seven 3-pointers in the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks.

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.

2020: NBA All-Rookie Second Team

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

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

On February 10, 2021, Coby White scored 30 points and made eight 3-pointers in a win against the New Orleans Pelicans, tying a Bulls franchise record with Zach LaVine.