Career Timeline of Daniel Gafford: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Daniel Gafford built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Daniel Gafford is a professional basketball player currently with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. He was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 2019 after playing college basketball at the University of Arkansas. Gafford is a versatile player, capable of playing both power forward and center positions. Known for his athleticism and rim protection, he contributes as a valuable role player in the NBA.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 18, 2019: Skipped National Invitation Tournament

On March 18, 2019, Daniel Gafford announced that he would skip the 2019 National Invitation Tournament to prepare for the 2019 NBA draft.

July 8, 2019: Signed with Chicago Bulls

On July 8, 2019, the Chicago Bulls declared that they had signed Daniel Gafford.

October 26, 2019: NBA debut

On October 26, 2019, Daniel Gafford made his NBA debut, playing for the Chicago Bulls against the Toronto Raptors. He came off the bench and recorded a rebound.

2019: Drafted by Chicago Bulls

In 2019, Daniel Gafford was drafted in the second round of the NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls.

March 25, 2021: Traded to Washington Wizards

On March 25, 2021, Daniel Gafford was traded to the Washington Wizards in a three-team trade involving the Boston Celtics.

October 18, 2021: Signed contract extension with Wizards

On October 18, 2021, Daniel Gafford signed a three-year, $40.2 million contract extension with the Washington Wizards.

March 7, 2023: Game-winning shot against Pistons

On March 7, 2023, Daniel Gafford made a buzzer-beating, game-winning putback in a 119–117 win over the Detroit Pistons.

2023: NBA Field Goal Percentage Leader

Daniel Gafford finished the 2023–2024 season as the NBA field goal percentage leader, with a percentage of 72.5%.

February 8, 2024: Traded to Dallas Mavericks

On February 8, 2024, Daniel Gafford was traded to the Dallas Mavericks for Richaun Holmes and draft compensation.

2024: NBA Field Goal Percentage Leader

Daniel Gafford finished the 2023–2024 season as the NBA field goal percentage leader, with a percentage of 72.5%. Gafford helped the Mavericks reach the NBA Finals in 2024, where they lost to the Boston Celtics in five games.

2024: Consecutive Field Goals Record

In 2024, Daniel Gafford set a record of 33 consecutive made field goals, second all-time to Wilt Chamberlain's record of 35. The streak lasted from March 5 to 13, 2024.