History of De'Aaron Fox in Timeline
De'Aaron Fox is an American professional basketball player for the Sacramento Kings. He played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats and was the fifth overall pick in the 2017 NBA draft. His nickname is "Swipa." In 2023, Fox had a breakout season, earning his first All-Star and All-NBA selections. He also won the inaugural Clutch Player of the Year award, leading the Kings to their first playoff appearance since 2006.
December 20, 1997: Birth of De'Aaron Fox
De'Aaron Martez Fox was born on December 20, 1997, marking the beginning of his journey toward becoming a professional basketball player in the NBA.
September 2015: Made USA Junior Team
De'Aaron Fox was selected for the 2015–16 USA Men's Basketball Men's Junior Team in September 2015, showcasing his growing talent and potential on the national stage.
November 12, 2015: Committed to Kentucky
On November 12, 2015, De'Aaron Fox announced his commitment to play college basketball for the University of Kentucky, choosing it over other top programs like Kansas, Louisville, and LSU.
January 2016: Named McDonald's All-American
In January 2016, De'Aaron Fox was named a McDonald's All-American, recognizing him as one of the top high school basketball players in the nation.
November 13, 2016: Impressive Performance Against Canisius
De'Aaron Fox recorded 21 points and 3 assists on November 13, 2016, leading the Kentucky Wildcats to a 93–69 victory over Canisius College during the Bluegrass Showcase.
2016: Rated as a Top Recruit
In 2016, De'Aaron Fox was rated as the nation's second-best point guard and ranked as the No. 6 overall recruit by major recruiting services, highlighting his exceptional skills and potential before entering college.
January 7, 2017: Outstanding Game Against Arkansas
On January 7, 2017, De'Aaron Fox scored 27 points and contributed 6 assists in a commanding 97–71 victory against Arkansas, showcasing his talent during his college career at Kentucky.
June 22, 2017: Selected by the Sacramento Kings in NBA Draft
On June 22, 2017, De'Aaron Fox was selected with the fifth overall pick by the Sacramento Kings in the NBA draft, marking the beginning of his NBA career.
July 8, 2017: Signed Rookie Contract with Kings
De'Aaron Fox signed his rookie scale contract with the Sacramento Kings on July 8, 2017, solidifying his place in the NBA.
October 18, 2017: NBA Debut for De'Aaron Fox
De'Aaron Fox made his NBA debut on October 18, 2017, for the Sacramento Kings against the Houston Rockets, scoring 14 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists.
October 23, 2017: Career-High Performance Against Suns
On October 23, 2017, De'Aaron Fox recorded a career-high 19 points, along with 4 assists, 5 rebounds, and 3 steals against the Phoenix Suns, showcasing his potential early in his NBA career.
December 8, 2017: Victory Against New Orleans Pelicans
De'Aaron Fox scored 14 points, 4 assists, and 2 steals on December 8, 2017, contributing to the Sacramento Kings' 116-109 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
2017: Drafted by Sacramento Kings
In 2017, De'Aaron Fox was selected as the fifth overall pick by the Sacramento Kings in the NBA draft, marking the start of his professional basketball career.
2017: Entered 2017 NBA Draft
In 2017, after concluding his freshman season, De'Aaron Fox declared for the NBA draft, opting to forgo the remaining years of his college eligibility to pursue a professional career.
January 6, 2018: Victory Over Denver Nuggets
On January 6, 2018, De'Aaron Fox recorded 18 points and 7 assists, leading to a 106-98 victory over the Denver Nuggets.
January 25, 2018: Dramatic Win Against Miami Heat
On January 25, 2018, De'Aaron Fox scored 14 points, including a putback slam dunk with 3.3 seconds left, to secure an 89-88 victory for the Sacramento Kings over the Miami Heat.
January 28, 2018: Season-High Against San Antonio Spurs
De'Aaron Fox scored a season-high 26 points on January 28, 2018, going 6–6 from three-point range in a game against the San Antonio Spurs.
November 1, 2018: First Career Triple-Double Against Hawks
De'Aaron Fox achieved his first career triple-double on November 1, 2018, with 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 15 assists in a win over the Atlanta Hawks, becoming the youngest player after LeBron James to achieve a 30-point triple-double.
July 31, 2020: Career-High Against San Antonio Spurs
On July 31, 2020, De'Aaron Fox scored a then career-high 39 points in a game against the San Antonio Spurs, marking the Kings' first game in the Orlando bubble during the COVID-19 pandemic.
November 25, 2020: Signed Contract Extension with Kings
On November 25, 2020, De'Aaron Fox signed a contract extension with the Sacramento Kings, furthering his commitment to the team and his NBA career.
February 8, 2021: Named Western Conference Player of the Week
De'Aaron Fox was named Western Conference Player of the Week for the first time in his career on February 8, 2021, after averaging 31 points and nearly 9 assists over four games, all wins for the Kings.
March 26, 2021: Career-High Against Golden State Warriors
On March 26, 2021, De'Aaron Fox scored a then career-high 44 points in a victory over the Golden State Warriors, showcasing his scoring prowess.
March 29, 2021: Second Player of the Week Honor
De'Aaron Fox was named Player of the Week for the second time on March 29, 2021, averaging nearly 37 points and 5 assists over four games, with all ending in victories for the Kings.
February 2022: NFT Project Controversy
In February 2022, De'Aaron Fox faced criticism after shutting down his NFT project, "SwipaTheFox," leaving investors with unpaid investments exceeding $1.5 million.
March 5, 2022: Ties Career-High Against Dallas Mavericks
On March 5, 2022, De'Aaron Fox tied his career-high with 44 points in a narrow 114-113 loss to the Dallas Mavericks, demonstrating his scoring ability once again.
August 2022: Marriage to Recee Caldwell
De'Aaron Fox married Recee Caldwell in a ceremony held in Malibu, California, in August 2022.
November 5, 2022: 37 Points and Game-Winning Shot Against Orlando Magic
On November 5, 2022, De'Aaron Fox scored 37 points, including a game-winning three-pointer in overtime, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 126-123 victory over the Orlando Magic.
February 3, 2023: Birth of Son, Reign Fox
De'Aaron Fox and his wife, Recee Caldwell, welcomed their son, Reign Fox, on February 3, 2023.
February 10, 2023: First All-Star Selection
On February 10, 2023, De'Aaron Fox was named an NBA All-Star for the first time in his career, replacing the injured Stephen Curry.
April 19, 2023: Inaugural Clutch Player of the Year Award
De'Aaron Fox was awarded the inaugural NBA Clutch Player of the Year Award on April 19, 2023, recognizing his outstanding performances in crucial game moments.
November 17, 2023: Season-High 43 Points Against San Antonio Spurs
On November 17, 2023, De'Aaron Fox achieved a season-high 43 points, along with 8 rebounds and 7 assists, contributing to the Sacramento Kings' 129-120 win against the San Antonio Spurs.
2023: Breakout Season for De'Aaron Fox
In 2023, De'Aaron Fox had a breakout season, earning his first All-Star Game and All-NBA Team selections. He also became the inaugural winner of the Clutch Player of the Year Award, leading the Sacramento Kings to their first postseason berth since 2006.