Childhood and Education Journey of Damian Lillard in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Damian Lillard, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Damian Lillard, nicknamed "Dame Time," is an American professional basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers. He also serves as general manager for the Weber State Wildcats men's basketball team. A former Weber State Wildcat himself, where he earned All-American honors, Lillard was drafted sixth overall by Portland in 2012, becoming NBA Rookie of the Year (2012-13). He is a nine-time NBA All-Star, a seven-time All-NBA Team selection, and the Trail Blazers’ all-time leading scorer. He also ranks fourth in NBA history in three-point field goals made, totaling 2,804 by the end of the 2024-2025 season.

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July 15, 1990: Damian Lillard's Birth

On July 15, 1990, Damian Lamonte Ollie Lillard Sr. was born. He would grow to become an American professional basketball player.

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2010: Big Sky Leading Scorer and Foot Injury

In the 2010-11 season, Damian Lillard led the Big Sky in scoring, averaging 19.7 points per game. However, ten games into the season, he suffered a foot injury that sidelined him for the remainder of the year.

December 3, 2011: Career-High 41 Points Against San Jose State

On December 3, 2011, Damian Lillard scored a college career-high 41 points against San Jose State, including a game-clinching three-point play, leading Weber State to a 91–89 double-overtime win.

2012: All-American Honors and NBA Draft

In 2012, Damian Lillard earned third-team All-American honors for his performance in college basketball with Weber State. He was later selected by the Portland Trail Blazers with the sixth overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft.

2012: NBA Draft Entry

In 2012, Damian Lillard, widely regarded as a top point guard prospect, decided to forgo his senior season and enter the NBA draft, finishing his college career as the No. 2 scorer in Weber State history and the No. 5 scorer in Big Sky history.

2013: Revival of Never Worry Picnic

In 2013, Damian Lillard revived the Never Worry Picnic in Brookfield Park after his standout rookie season. The East Oakland event was discontinued when he was at age 12.

May 2015: Completion of Degree

In May 2015, Damian Lillard completed his degree in professional sales from Weber State University.

March 29, 2018: Birth of First Child

On March 29, 2018, Damian Lillard had his first child, a son named Damian Jr. They live in West Linn. Lillard established a RESPECT Program to help high school kids in the Portland metro area graduate.

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2020: Teammate with Cousin Keljin Blevins

In 2020, Damian Lillard became a teammate with his cousin, Keljin Blevins.

2020: Co-Ownership of Toyota Dealership

In 2020, Damian Lillard, along with Brian Sanders, became co-owner of a Toyota dealership, now known as Damian Lillard Toyota, in McMinnville, Oregon.

January 2021: Birth of Twins

In January 2021, Damian Lillard and his fiancée Kay'La Hanson had twins, a daughter named Kali and a son named Kalii.

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September 2021: Marriage to Kay'La Hanson

In September 2021, Damian Lillard married Kay'La Hanson.

2023: Trade to Milwaukee Bucks

In 2023, Damian Lillard was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks after requesting a trade.

2024: Divorce from Kay'La Hanson

In 2024, Damian Lillard and Kay'La Hanson were divorced.

August 2, 2025: Named General Manager of Weber State

On August 2, 2025, with Lillard unlikely to play during the 2025–26 NBA season due to recovery from his torn Achilles, he returned to his alma mater of Weber State, being introduced as the new general manager of the men's basketball program.

2025: Achilles Injury and Return to Trail Blazers

In 2025, Damian Lillard suffered an Achilles injury during the playoffs and was subsequently released by the Milwaukee Bucks after two seasons. Following his release, Lillard rejoined the Trail Blazers on a three-year deal.

2025: Cleared of DVT, Suffers Torn Achilles

In 2025, Damian Lillard was cleared of deep vein thrombosis but later suffered a torn Achilles tendon during a playoff game, ending his season and putting his future availability into question.