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. He played college basketball for the USC Trojans and was drafted ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors in 2009. A six-time NBA All-Star and three-time All-NBA Team member, DeRozan is a prolific scorer, currently ranking sixth among all active NBA players on the all-time scoring list. His career highlights showcase his skill and impact in professional basketball.
1978: George Gervin's performance in 1978-79
In the 1978-79 season, George Gervin was the only other San Antonio player to score at least 25 points in seven of the team's first eight games.
1986: Best Start to a Season
With five straight 30-point games DeRozan set the best such start to a season since Michael Jordan did it for six straight games to open the 1986–87 season.
1987: NBA Player with Nine 30-Point Games
With 34 points against the Golden State Warriors on November 16, DeRozan became the first NBA player with nine 30-point games in his team's first 11 games since Jordan in 1987–88.
August 7, 1989: DeMar DeRozan's Birth
On August 7, 1989, DeMar Darnell DeRozan was born. He is a professional basketball player.
1990: Michael Jordan's 30-point game streak
In 1990, Michael Jordan achieved a long 30-point game streak.
1999: Vince Carter scores 2,107 points
In 1999, Vince Carter scored 2,107 points.
2000: Vince Carter's Raptors franchise record
In 2000, Vince Carter set a Raptors franchise record with 2,107 points.
2003: Franchise Record
DeRozan's combined 72 points beat Vince Carter's franchise record of 65 points through the first two games of a season, set in the 2003–04 season.
January 2007: Chris Bosh Named Player of the Month
In January 2007, Chris Bosh was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month. Bosh was one of the only players in team history to be named Player of the Month along with Kyle Lowry (December 2014).
November 2007: Signed Letter of Intent with USC
In November 2007, DeMar DeRozan signed a letter of intent to play basketball at USC, choosing them over Arizona and North Carolina.
2008: Moore League MVP and All-State Team Selection
In 2008, DeMar DeRozan led Compton High School and was awarded the Moore League Most Valuable Player Award and named to the California All-State team.
2008: Top College Recruit
In 2008, DeMar DeRozan was ranked as one of the top college recruits in the nation from the class of 2008.
2008: Playoff Berth
On March 28, 2014, DeMar DeRozan led the Raptors to a playoff berth for the first time since 2008, with a victory over the Boston Celtics.
April 8, 2009: Declared for the NBA Draft
On April 8, 2009, DeMar DeRozan announced his decision to enter the 2009 NBA draft, forgoing his final three years of college 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: Signed Rookie Contract with Raptors
On July 9, 2009, DeMar DeRozan signed his rookie scale contract with the Toronto Raptors.
2009: NCAA Tournament Appearance
In 2009, DeMar DeRozan and the Trojans went to the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament as a 10th seed, but they lost in the 2nd round to Michigan State.
2009: DeRozan Drafted by Toronto Raptors
In 2009, DeMar DeRozan was selected ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors in the NBA draft.
2009: accomplished Feat
Reaching the 15-point mark for the eighth straight game to start the season, on November 10, 2015, DeRozan became the first Raptor since Chris Bosh in 2009-10 to accomplish the feat.
2010: Sprite Slam Dunk Competition Runner-Up
In 2010, DeMar DeRozan was a contestant in the Sprite Slam Dunk Competition, losing in the final round 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 Third Place
In 2011, DeMar DeRozan competed in the Sprite Slam Dunk Competition as a replacement for Brandon Jennings and finished in third place.
November 12, 2012: Matched Career-High 37 Points
On November 12, 2012, DeMar DeRozan matched his career-high of 37 points against the Utah Jazz.
November 15, 2013: Matched Career-High 37 Points Again
On November 15, 2013, DeMar DeRozan matched his career-high of 37 points for a third time, this time against the Chicago Bulls.
2013: Last time DeRozan's team did not reach the postseason
2013 was the last time 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 and 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, DeMar DeRozan played in his first playoff game against the Brooklyn Nets, scoring 14 points. The game resulted in a loss.
November 29, 2014: Ruled Out with Injury
On November 29, 2014, DeMar DeRozan was ruled out indefinitely with a torn left adductor longus tendon.
December 2014: Kyle Lowry Named Player of the Month
In December 2014, Kyle Lowry was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month. Lowry joined Chris Bosh (January 2007) as the only players in team history to be named Player of the Month.
2014: World Cup Gold Medal
In 2014, DeMar DeRozan won a gold medal with the United States national team in the World Cup.
January 14, 2015: Returned to Action After Injury
On January 14, 2015, DeMar DeRozan returned to action after recovering from a torn left adductor longus tendon, scoring 20 points against the Philadelphia 76ers.
March 30, 2015: DeRozan's previous high of 42 points against Houston Rockets
On March 30, 2015, DeRozan had scored 42 points against the Houston Rockets, before surpassing his record in 2017.
November 10, 2015: Season-High 29 Points
On November 10, 2015, DeMar DeRozan scored a then season-high 29 points in a loss to the New York Knicks.
July 14, 2016: Re-signed with Raptors
On July 14, 2016, DeMar DeRozan re-signed with the Toronto Raptors to a five-year, $139 million contract.
October 26, 2016: Season Opener 40-Point Outing
On October 26, 2016, in the Raptors' season opener, DeMar DeRozan had his third career 40-point outing in a 109–91 win over the Detroit Pistons.
2016: Summer Olympics Gold Medal
In 2016, DeMar DeRozan won a gold medal with the United States national team at the Summer Olympics.
2016: Named Eastern Conference 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: DeRozan scores 36 points against the Houston Rockets
On January 8, 2017, DeRozan scored 36 points in a 129–122 loss to the Houston Rockets, marking his 18th 30-plus-point game of the season and setting a new career high.
February 6, 2017: DeRozan returns from ankle sprain, scores 31 against Clippers
On February 6, 2017, after missing seven of the previous eight games due to a sprained ankle, DeRozan returned to score 31 points in a 118–109 win over the Los Angeles Clippers, shooting 50 percent from the field.
April 27, 2017: DeRozan scores 32 points, Raptors win playoff series against Bucks
On April 27, 2017, DeRozan scored 32 points in a 92–89 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, helping the Raptors secure their first-round playoff series victory in six games.
May 18, 2017: DeRozan named to All-NBA Third Team
On May 18, 2017, DeRozan was named to the All-NBA Third Team, marking the first time in his career that he received this honor.
November 3, 2017: DeRozan scores 37 points against Utah Jazz
On November 3, 2017, DeRozan scored 37 points in a 109–100 win over the Utah Jazz, including 17 points and his third career four-point play in the third quarter.
December 13, 2017: DeRozan matches season high with 37 points against Phoenix Suns
On December 13, 2017, DeRozan matched his season high with 37 points in a 115–109 win over the Phoenix Suns.
December 21, 2017: DeRozan sets career high with 45 points against Philadelphia 76ers
On December 21, 2017, DeRozan set a career high with 45 points in a 114–109 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, also achieving a career high with six 3-pointers in nine attempts.
2017: DeRozan's performance in the 2017 playoffs
In the 2017 playoffs, DeRozan was ejected for a flagrant 2 foul on Jordan Clarkson late in the 4th quarter in Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking his final game with Toronto. Also, DeRozan received intensive criticism for his benching in Toronto's game 3 loss to Cleveland where Toronto would make a comeback with DeRozan on the bench.
January 1, 2018: DeRozan scores franchise-record 52 points against Milwaukee Bucks
On January 1, 2018, DeRozan scored a franchise-record 52 points to help the Raptors beat the Milwaukee Bucks 131–127 in overtime, matching the team record with their 12th consecutive home victory. DeRozan was the first player in NBA history to score 50+ points on New Years Day.
January 8, 2018: DeRozan scores 35 points, including go-ahead three-point play
On January 8, 2018, DeRozan scored 35 points, including a go-ahead three-point play with 26.1 seconds left in overtime, leading the Raptors to a 114–113 win over the Brooklyn Nets.
January 13, 2018: DeRozan scores 42 points in loss to Golden State Warriors
On January 13, 2018, DeRozan had a 42-point effort in a 127–125 loss to the Golden State Warriors.
January 18, 2018: DeRozan chosen as NBA All-Star starter for second consecutive season
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: DeRozan named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for January
On February 1, 2018, DeRozan was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for January, earning his first such honor.
February 2, 2018: DeRozan scores 35 points against Portland Trail Blazers
On February 2, 2018, DeRozan scored 35 points in a 130–105 win over the Portland Trail Blazers, making 11 of 22 shots and matching his career high by making six 3-pointers.
March 7, 2018: DeRozan scores 42 points in overtime win over Detroit Pistons
On March 7, 2018, DeRozan scored 42 points in a 121–119 overtime win over the Detroit Pistons.
July 18, 2018: DeRozan traded to 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. The trade was controversial due to DeRozan's popularity in Toronto and lack of consultation.
October 17, 2018: DeRozan debuts for Spurs with 28 points
On October 17, 2018, DeRozan made his debut for the Spurs, scoring 28 points in a 112–108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
2018: Trade to San Antonio Spurs
In 2018, DeMar DeRozan was traded to the San Antonio Spurs.
2018: All-Star selection
In 2018, DeRozan started in his hometown for the 2018 NBA All-Star Game.
April 16, 2019: DeRozan scores 31 points in playoff loss to Denver Nuggets
On April 16, 2019, during Game 2 of the first round of the playoffs, DeRozan scored 31 points in a 105–114 loss to the Denver Nuggets.
2019: Trade details for the 2019 draft
In 2019, DeRozan was traded along with Jakob Poeltl and a protected 2019 first round draft pick.
January 29, 2020: DeRozan scores season-high 38 points against Utah Jazz
On January 29, 2020, DeRozan scored a season-high 38 points, along with five assists, in a 127–120 win over the Utah Jazz.
April 26, 2021: DeRozan scores season-high 37 points with 10 assists
On April 26, 2021, DeRozan scored a season-high 37 points, alongside ten assists, in a 146–143 overtime win over the Washington Wizards.
August 11, 2021: DeRozan signs with 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.
January 1, 2022: DeRozan hits game-winning buzzer-beater against Wizards
On January 1, 2022, DeRozan scored 28 points and hit a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer, giving Chicago a 120–119 road victory over the Washington Wizards, and becoming the first player in NBA history with a game-winning buzzer beater on consecutive days.
2022: DeRozan's third All-Star starter and fifth selection
In 2022, The 2022 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland was DeRozan's third time as a starter and the first since 2018, and fifth selection overall.
December 12, 2023: Passed Clyde Drexler for 35th in NBA All-Time Scoring List
On December 12, 2023, DeMar DeRozan surpassed Clyde Drexler for 35th place on the NBA All-Time Scoring List during a game against the Denver Nuggets.
March 13, 2024: Scored Season-High 46 Points and Entered 32nd Place on NBA All-Time Scoring List
On March 13, 2024, DeMar DeRozan achieved a season-high score of 46 points and grabbed 9 rebounds in a 132–129 overtime victory over the Indiana Pacers. During this game, he also moved past Elgin Baylor, Dwyane Wade, and Adrian Dantley to secure the 32nd position on the NBA All-Time Scoring List, making a fadeaway midrange shot at the buzzer to send it into overtime.
May 2024: Mentioned in "Not Like Us" diss track
In May 2024, DeMar DeRozan was mentioned in "Not Like Us", a diss track by Kendrick Lamar during his feud with Drake.
July 4, 2024: Cameo in "Not Like Us" Music Video
On July 4, 2024, DeMar DeRozan made a cameo appearance in the music video for "Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar.
July 8, 2024: Signed with the Sacramento Kings
On July 8, 2024, DeMar DeRozan signed a three-year, $74 million contract with the Sacramento Kings in a sign-and-trade deal.
2024: Trade to Sacramento Kings
In 2024, DeMar DeRozan was traded to the Sacramento Kings.
2024: Published "Above the Noise: My Story of Chasing Calm"
In 2024, DeMar DeRozan's book, "Above the Noise: My Story of Chasing Calm", was published by Harmony Books, detailing his experiences with depression and healing.
February 10, 2025: Scored Season-High 42 Points to lead the Kings to victory over the Mavericks
On February 10, 2025, DeMar DeRozan scored a season-high 42 points, including a baseline floater with 2 seconds left in overtime, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 129–128 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
April 19, 2025: Altercation with a fan at a sushi restaurant
On April 19, 2025, DeMar DeRozan had an altercation with a fan at a sushi restaurant after the fan shone a phone light in his face.
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