Career Timeline of Cole Anthony: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Cole Anthony made an impact.

Cole Anthony is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA. He is a point guard listed at 6'2" and 185 pounds. Prior to his professional career, Anthony played college basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

December 2016: Season High in Win

In December 2016, during his sophomore year, Cole Anthony recorded a season-high 31 points in a win over Iona Prep.

2016: USA Basketball Minicamp

In 2016, Cole Anthony participated in the USA Basketball men's junior national team October minicamp.

June 2017: Named Defensive Player of the Year

In June 2017, Cole Anthony played for the PSA Cardinals at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) and was named Defensive Player of the Year after leading all players in steals.

December 2017: Season Best Against John Marshall High School

In December 2017, during his junior season, Cole Anthony scored a season-best 37 points against John Marshall High School at the City of Palms Classic.

July 2018: MVP Award with PSA Cardinals

In July 2018, Cole Anthony won the most valuable player (MVP) award with the PSA Cardinals in the Nike EYBL after averaging 26.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 3.5 assists over 16 games.

July 28, 2018: Transferred to Oak Hill Academy

On July 28, 2018, Cole Anthony announced that he would transfer to Oak Hill Academy for his senior year.

2018: FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship

In 2018, Cole Anthony led the United States to a gold medal at the FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship in St. Catharines, Ontario and was named to the all-tournament team.

April 23, 2019: Committed to North Carolina

On April 23, 2019, Cole Anthony committed to play college basketball for North Carolina.

November 6, 2019: Regular-Season Debut for North Carolina

On November 6, 2019, in his regular-season debut for North Carolina, Cole Anthony scored 34 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and dished out five assists in a 76–65 victory over Notre Dame. He also surpassed the program record for most points in a freshman season debut and set the ACC record for points in a freshman season debut.

2019: Oak Hill Academy Season

In 2019, Cole Anthony led Oak Hill Academy to a 31-5 record, averaging 18.5 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game, becoming the first player in school history to average a triple-double. He was named MVP of the McDonald's All-American Game, Nike Hoop Summit and Jordan Brand Classic.

February 1, 2020: Returned from Injury

On February 1, 2020, Cole Anthony returned from a knee injury in a game against Boston College, scoring 26 points.

April 17, 2020: Declared for NBA Draft

On April 17, 2020, Cole Anthony declared for the 2020 NBA draft.

November 21, 2020: Signed with Orlando Magic

On November 21, 2020, the Orlando Magic announced that they had signed Cole Anthony.

January 20, 2021: Game-Winning Shot Against Timberwolves

On January 20, 2021, Cole Anthony scored 13 points, including a game-winning, buzzer-beating three-pointer in a 97–96 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

May 1, 2021: Game-Winning Shot Against Grizzlies

On May 1, 2021, Cole Anthony posted a career-high 26 points and made a game-winning three-pointer with 0.1 seconds remaining to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies.

May 16, 2021: First Magic Rookie to Score 30+ Points

On May 16, 2021, Cole Anthony became the first Magic rookie to score 30-plus points since Victor Oladipo in 2014, tallying 30 points against the New York Knicks.

October 23, 2023: Signed Extension with Magic

On October 23, 2023, Cole Anthony signed a three-year, $39 million extension with the Magic.

April 15, 2025: Play-In Tournament Win

On April 15, 2025, Cole Anthony scored a team-high 26 points in a 120–95 play-in tournament win over the Atlanta Hawks, securing the seventh seed in the NBA playoffs for the Magic.

June 15, 2025: Traded to Memphis Grizzlies

On June 15, 2025, Cole Anthony was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies along with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and several draft picks in exchange for Desmond Bane.

2029: Future Draft Pick Swap

In the trade on June 15, 2025, Cole Anthony was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Desmond Bane. The trade also included a 2029 first-round pick swap.