Early Life and Education of DeMar DeRozan: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of DeMar DeRozan, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

DeMar DeRozan, nicknamed "Deebo", is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. Drafted ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors in 2009 after playing college basketball for USC, he is a six-time NBA All-Star and three-time All-NBA Team member. DeRozan is currently sixth among active NBA players on the NBA all-time scoring list.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

August 7, 1989: DeMar DeRozan's Birth

On August 7, 1989, DeMar Darnell DeRozan was born. He is now a professional basketball player for the Sacramento Kings.

1995: DeRozan Earns Nickname "Deebo"

In 1995, DeRozan was nicknamed "Deebo" after the character from the film Friday, after he beat up an eighth grader during a basketball game in sixth grade.

November 2007: Signs Letter of Intent to USC

In November 2007, DeMar DeRozan signed a letter of intent to play basketball at USC, choosing USC over Arizona and North Carolina.

2008: Top College Recruit

In 2008, DeMar DeRozan was ranked as one of the top college recruits in the nation. He was ranked No. 3 in the nation by Rivals.com and No. 6 by Scout.com.

2008: High School Achievements

In 2008, as a senior in high school, DeMar DeRozan led Compton High School to a 26-6 record and was awarded the Moore League Most Valuable Player Award. He was also named to the California All-State team.

2009: Season with USC Trojans

In 2009, DeMar DeRozan played his first and only season with the USC Trojans, earning First Team Pac-10 All-Freshman honors and being named Pac-10 Tournament MVP.

2013: Birth of DeRozan's Daughter Diar

In 2013, DeRozan's daughter, Diar, was born.

November 29, 2014: Ruled Out with Injury

On November 29, 2014, DeMar DeRozan was ruled out indefinitely due to a torn left adductor longus tendon.

February 19, 2021: DeRozan's father, Frank DeRozan, Passes Away

On February 19, 2021, DeRozan's father, Frank DeRozan, passed away after battling several longtime health issues.

2021: Death of Father, Frank DeRozan

In 2021, Frank DeRozan, the father of DeMar DeRozan, passed away.

May 2024: DeRozan mentioned in Kendrick Lamar's Diss Track

In May 2024, DeRozan was mentioned in "Not Like Us", a diss track by Kendrick Lamar during his feud with Drake.

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July 4, 2024: DeRozan Makes Cameo in "Not Like Us" Music Video

On July 4, 2024, DeRozan appeared in the music video of "Not Like Us", a diss track by Kendrick Lamar. The music video won the 67th Grammy Award for Best Music Video.

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