History of DeMar DeRozan in Timeline
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.
1978: George Gervin's Scoring Streak
In the 1978-79 season, George Gervin was the only other San Antonio Spurs player to score at least 25 points in seven of the team's first eight games.
1986: Ties Franchise Record
On November 2, 2016, DeRozan tied Mike James' franchise record with four consecutive 30-point games. His five straight 30-point games set the best such start to a season since Michael Jordan did it for six straight games to open the 1986–87 season.
1987: Ties Franchise Record
On November 2, 2016, DeRozan tied Mike James' franchise record with four consecutive 30-point games. His five straight 30-point games set the best such start to a season since Michael Jordan did it for six straight games to open the 1986–87 season.
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.
1990: Michael Jordan's Streak
On February 27, 2022, DeRozan reached his tenth consecutive 30-point game. This was the longest such streak by a Bulls player since Michael Jordan achieved it in 1990-91.
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.
1999: Vince Carter's Scoring Record
In 1999-00, Vince Carter scored 2,107 points.
2003: Bested Franchise Record
On October 28, 2016, DeRozan's combined 72 points bested Vince Carter's franchise record of 65 for the most points through the first two games of a season, set in the 2003–04 season.
January 2007: Chris Bosh Player of the Month
In January 2007, Chris Bosh won Eastern Conference Player of the Month, highlighting the success of the Raptors' players.
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.
2008: Raptors Playoff Berth
On March 28, 2014, DeRozan led the Raptors to a playoff berth for the first time since 2008, marking a significant milestone for the team.
April 8, 2009: Enters 2009 NBA Draft
On April 8, 2009, DeMar DeRozan announced his decision to enter the 2009 NBA draft, forgoing his final three years of eligibility at USC.
June 25, 2009: Drafted by Toronto Raptors
On June 25, 2009, DeMar DeRozan was selected ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors in the NBA draft.
July 9, 2009: Signs Rookie Contract with Raptors
On July 9, 2009, DeMar DeRozan officially signed his rookie scale contract with the Toronto Raptors.
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.
2009: DeRozan Drafted by Toronto Raptors
In 2009, DeMar DeRozan was selected ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors in the NBA draft after playing college basketball for the USC Trojans.
2009: Chris Bosh's Accomplishment
On November 10, 2015, DeRozan reached the 15-point mark for the eighth straight game, and became the first Raptor to achieve this feat since Chris Bosh in 2009-10 season.
2010: Sprite Slam Dunk Competition
In 2010, DeMar DeRozan participated in the Sprite Slam Dunk Competition, finishing as the runner-up to Nate Robinson.
December 31, 2010: Career-High 37 Points
On December 31, 2010, DeMar DeRozan scored a then career-high 37 points against the Houston Rockets.
2011: Sprite Slam Dunk Competition
In 2011, DeMar DeRozan competed in the Sprite Slam Dunk Competition as a replacement for the injured Brandon Jennings, finishing in third place.
November 12, 2012: Matches Career High vs. Jazz
On November 12, 2012, DeMar DeRozan matched his career-high of 37 points against the Utah Jazz.
November 15, 2013: Matches Career High vs. Bulls
On November 15, 2013, DeMar DeRozan matched his career-high of 37 points for the third time against the Chicago Bulls.
2013: Birth of DeRozan's Daughter Diar
In 2013, DeRozan's daughter, Diar, was born.
2013: End of Playoff Streak
In 2020, the Spurs failed to qualify for the playoffs, marking the first time since 2013 that DeRozan's team did not reach the postseason.
2013: Breakout Season
The 2013-14 season was a breakout year for DeMar DeRozan, averaging career-highs of 22.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists, leading the Raptors to a 48–34 record.
January 22, 2014: Career-High 40 Points
On January 22, 2014, DeMar DeRozan scored a then career-high 40 points against the Dallas Mavericks.
April 19, 2014: First Playoff Game
On April 19, 2014, in his first playoff game against the Brooklyn Nets, DeMar DeRozan scored 14 points.
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.
December 2014: Kyle Lowry Player of the Month
In December 2014, Kyle Lowry won Eastern Conference Player of the Month, highlighting the success of the Raptors' players.
2014: Gold Medal in 2014 World Cup
In 2014, DeMar DeRozan won a gold medal with the United States national team in the World Cup.
January 14, 2015: Returns to Action
On January 14, 2015, DeMar DeRozan returned to action after injury, scoring 20 points in a win against the Philadelphia 76ers.
March 30, 2015: Previous Career High
On March 30, 2015, DeRozan had a 42-point effort against the Houston Rockets.
November 10, 2015: Season-High 29 Points
On November 10, 2015, DeMar DeRozan scored a then season-high 29 points in a game against the New York Knicks.
July 14, 2016: Re-signs with Raptors
On July 14, 2016, DeMar DeRozan re-signed with the Toronto Raptors to a five-year, $139 million contract.
October 26, 2016: 40-Point Outing in Season Opener
On October 26, 2016, DeMar DeRozan had a 40-point outing in the Raptors' season opener against the Detroit Pistons.
2016: Gold Medal in 2016 Summer Olympics
In 2016, DeMar DeRozan won a gold medal with the United States national team in the Summer Olympics.
2016: All-Star Reserve
On January 28, 2016, DeMar DeRozan was named an Eastern Conference All-Star reserve for the 2016 NBA All-Star Game, earning his second All-Star nod in three years.
January 8, 2017: Career High Scoring Game
On January 8, 2017, DeMar DeRozan scored 36 points in a loss to the Houston Rockets, marking his 18th 30-plus-point game of the season and setting a new career high.
February 6, 2017: Return from Ankle Injury
On February 6, 2017, after missing seven of eight games due to a sprained ankle, DeRozan returned with 31 points in a win over the Los Angeles Clippers.
April 27, 2017: Raptors Win Playoff Series
On April 27, 2017, DeRozan scored 32 points in a win against the Milwaukee Bucks, securing the Raptors' first-round playoff series victory in six games.
May 18, 2017: All-NBA Third Team Selection
On May 18, 2017, DeRozan was named to the All-NBA Third Team for the first time in his career.
November 3, 2017: Win Over Utah Jazz
On November 3, 2017, DeRozan scored 37 points in a win over the Utah Jazz, including 17 points and a four-point play in the third quarter.
December 13, 2017: Season High Matching Performance
On December 13, 2017, DeRozan matched his season high with 37 points in a win over the Phoenix Suns.
December 21, 2017: Career High Scoring Game
On December 21, 2017, DeRozan set a career high with 45 points in a win over the Philadelphia 76ers, including a career-high six 3-pointers.
2017: All-NBA Second Team selection
In 2017 DeRozan was named to the All-NBA Second Team.
January 1, 2018: Franchise Record 52-Point Game
On January 1, 2018, DeRozan scored a franchise-record 52 points in an overtime win over the Milwaukee Bucks, marking the team's 12th consecutive home victory. He became the first player in NBA history to score 50+ points on New Year's Day.
January 8, 2018: Overtime Win Against Brooklyn Nets
On January 8, 2018, DeRozan scored 35 points, including a go-ahead three-point play in the final seconds of overtime, to secure a win for the Raptors against the Brooklyn Nets.
January 13, 2018: 42-Point Effort Against Golden State Warriors
On January 13, 2018, DeRozan had a 42-point effort in a loss to the Golden State Warriors.
January 18, 2018: NBA All-Star Starter Selection
On January 18, 2018, DeRozan was chosen as an NBA All-Star starter for the second consecutive season, marking his fourth overall selection to the game.
February 1, 2018: Eastern Conference Player of the Month
On February 1, 2018, DeRozan was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for January.
February 2, 2018: Win Over Portland Trail Blazers
On February 2, 2018, DeRozan scored 35 points in a win over the Portland Trail Blazers, matching his career high with six 3-pointers.
March 7, 2018: Overtime Win Against Detroit Pistons
On March 7, 2018, DeRozan scored 42 points in an overtime win against the Detroit Pistons.
July 18, 2018: Trade to the San Antonio Spurs
On July 18, 2018, DeRozan was traded to the San Antonio Spurs along with Jakob Poeltl and a protected 2019 first round draft pick in exchange for Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green.
October 17, 2018: Spurs Debut
On October 17, 2018, DeRozan scored 28 points in his debut for the San Antonio Spurs, in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
2018: Trade to San Antonio Spurs
In the summer of 2018, DeMar DeRozan was traded to the San Antonio Spurs after spending nine seasons with the Toronto Raptors.
2018: All-Star Game Selection
On January 27, 2022, DeRozan was selected to his 5th NBA All-Star Game, his third start and his first All-Star Selection since the 2018 NBA All-Star Game where he started in his hometown.
2018: Previous All-Star Game Start
The 2022 All-Star Game was DeRozan's third time as a starter and the first since 2018.
April 16, 2019: Playoff Game 2 Performance
On April 16, 2019, during Game 2 of the first round of the playoffs, DeRozan scored 31 points in a loss to the Denver Nuggets.
2019: Protected First Round Draft Pick
In 2019, the Toronto Raptors included a protected first-round draft pick in the trade that sent DeRozan to the San Antonio Spurs.
January 29, 2020: Season-High Scoring Game
On January 29, 2020, DeRozan scored a season-high 38 points, along with five assists, in a win over the Utah Jazz.
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.
April 26, 2021: Season-High Scoring Game
On April 26, 2021, DeRozan scored a season-high 37 points, along with ten assists, in an overtime win over the Washington Wizards.
August 11, 2021: Signing with the Chicago Bulls
On August 11, 2021, DeRozan signed with the Chicago Bulls on a three-year, $85 million contract in a sign-and-trade deal.
2021: Trade to Chicago Bulls
In 2021, DeMar DeRozan was traded to the Chicago Bulls, continuing his NBA career.
2021: Death of Father, Frank DeRozan
In 2021, Frank DeRozan, the father of DeMar DeRozan, passed away.
January 1, 2022: Game-Winning Buzzer Beater
On January 1, 2022, DeRozan had 28 points and made a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer, giving Chicago a road victory over the Washington Wizards, and becoming the first player in NBA history with a game-winning buzzer beater on consecutive days.
2022: All-Star Game Appearance
DeRozan's participation in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland marked his third time as a starter and fifth selection overall. His team, selected by LeBron James, won against Kevin Durant's team.
January 2, 2023: DeRozan scores 44 points in loss against the Cavaliers
On January 2, 2023, DeRozan scored 44 points in a 145–134 overtime loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
December 12, 2023: DeRozan Passes Clyde Drexler on All-Time Scoring List
On December 12, 2023, DeRozan surpassed Clyde Drexler for 35th place on the NBA All-Time Scoring List during a game against the Denver Nuggets.
March 13, 2024: DeRozan Scores Season-High and Climbs NBA All-Time Scoring List
On March 13, 2024, DeRozan scored a season-high 46 points and passed Elgin Baylor, Dwyane Wade, and Adrian Dantley to move into 32nd place on the NBA All-Time Scoring List during an overtime win against the Indiana Pacers.
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.
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.
July 8, 2024: DeRozan signs with Sacramento Kings
On July 8, 2024, DeRozan signed a three-year, $74 million contract with the Sacramento Kings in a sign-and-trade deal involving the San Antonio Spurs.
2024: DeRozan releases book 'Above the Noise'
In 2024, DeRozan's book, "Above the Noise: My Story of Chasing Calm", was published, detailing his experiences with depression and healing.
2024: Trade to Sacramento Kings
In the summer of 2024, DeMar DeRozan was traded to the Sacramento Kings.
February 10, 2025: DeRozan scores season-high in win against Mavericks
On February 10, 2025, DeRozan scored a season-high 42 points, including a baseline floater with 2 seconds left in overtime, to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 129–128 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
April 19, 2025: DeRozan Involved in Altercation at Restaurant
On April 19, 2025, DeRozan was involved in an altercation with a fan at a sushi restaurant after the fan shone a phone light in his face.
January 14, 2026: DeRozan moves to 22nd on NBA all-time scoring list
On January 14, 2026, DeRozan recorded 27 points in a win against the New York Knicks. He passed Kevin Garnett to move into 22nd place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list.
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