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 an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. He played college basketball for the Arkansas Razorbacks before being drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the second round of the 2019 NBA draft. Gafford is a versatile player, capable of playing both power forward and center positions.
August 1, 2015: Committed to Arkansas
On August 1, 2015, Daniel Gafford committed to the University of Arkansas.
2018: Returned to Arkansas for Sophomore Year
After averaging 11.8 points and 6.2 rebounds per game in his freshman season, Daniel Gafford announced in 2018 that he would return to Arkansas for his sophomore year rather than declare for the NBA draft. He was also named to the SEC All-Freshman team.
March 18, 2019: Skipped NIT to Prepare for NBA Draft
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 the Chicago Bulls
On July 8, 2019, the Chicago Bulls announced that they had signed Daniel Gafford.
October 26, 2019: NBA Debut
On October 26, 2019, Daniel Gafford made his NBA debut, coming off the bench in a loss to the Toronto Raptors and recording one 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 the 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 Putback
On March 7, 2023, Daniel Gafford made a buzzer-beating, game-winning putback in a 119–117 win over the Detroit Pistons.
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 Finals Appearance
In 2024, Daniel Gafford helped the Dallas Mavericks reach the NBA Finals, where they lost to the Boston Celtics in five games.
January 15, 2025: Career-High 27 Points
On January 15, 2025, Daniel Gafford achieved a career-high of 27 points, along with 12 rebounds in a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.
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