DeMar DeRozan's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of DeMar DeRozan.

DeMar Darnell DeRozan, nicknamed "Deebo", is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. He was drafted ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors in 2009 after playing college basketball for the USC Trojans. A six-time NBA All-Star and three-time All-NBA Team member, DeRozan is recognized as one of the league's premier scorers and is currently ranked sixth among active NBA players on the all-time scoring list.

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

1986: Record Start to the Season

On November 4, 2016, DeRozan's 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: NBA Player with Nine 30-Point Games

On November 16, 2016, DeRozan became the first NBA player with nine 30-point games in his team's first 11 games since Jordan in 1987–88.

2003: 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 Named Player of the Month

In January 2007, Chris Bosh was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month. DeRozan would later be named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for April.

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, ranked No. 3 by Rivals.com and No. 6 by Scout.com.

2008: High School Senior Year Accolades

In 2008, as a senior, 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 and was a member of the 2008 McDonald's All-American Team.

2009: Pac-10 Tournament MVP

In 2009, DeRozan earned First Team Pac-10 All-Freshman honors and was named Pac-10 Tournament MVP after leading his team to a 61-49 win over Arizona State in the Pac-10 Tournament final.

2009: First Raptor Since Chris Bosh

On November 10, 2015, DeRozan became the first Raptor since Chris Bosh in 2009–10 to reach the 15-point mark for the eighth straight game to start the season.

December 31, 2010: Career-High 37 Points

On December 31, 2010, DeRozan scored a then career-high 37 points against the Houston Rockets.

November 12, 2012: Matches Career-High of 37 Points

On November 12, 2012, DeRozan matched his career-high of 37 points against the Utah Jazz.

November 15, 2013: Matches Career-High of 37 Points Again

On November 15, 2013, DeRozan matched his career-high of 37 points for the third time against the Chicago Bulls.

2013: Breakout Season

DeRozan's 2013 season was a breakout year, averaging career-highs and leading the Raptors to a 48–34 record and a third-seed finish in the Eastern Conference.

January 22, 2014: Career-High 40 Points

On January 22, 2014, DeRozan scored a then career-high 40 points against the Dallas Mavericks, shooting 15-of-22 from the field.

January 30, 2014: NBA All-Star Selection

On January 30, 2014, DeRozan was selected for the 2014 NBA All-Star Game as a reserve guard for the Eastern Conference All-Star team.

December 2014: Kyle Lowry Named Player of the Month

In December 2014, Kyle Lowry was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month. DeRozan would later be named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for April.

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: Return to Action

On January 14, 2015, DeRozan returned to action, scoring 20 points in a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

November 10, 2015: Season-High 29 Points

On November 10, 2015, DeRozan scored a then season-high 29 points in a loss to the New York Knicks.

2016: Summer Olympics Gold Medal

In 2016, DeMar DeRozan won a gold medal with the United States national team in the Summer Olympics.

2016: Eastern Conference All-Star Reserve

On January 28, 2016, 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

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, setting a new career high.

April 27, 2017: DeRozan Scores 32 Points in Playoff Win

On April 27, 2017, DeRozan scored 32 points in a 92–89 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, helping the Raptors take their first-round playoff series 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 for the first time in his career, marking a significant achievement.

December 21, 2017: DeRozan Sets Career High with 45 Points

On December 21, 2017, DeRozan set a career high with 45 points in a 114–109 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. He also achieved a career high with six 3-pointers in nine attempts.

January 1, 2018: DeRozan Scores Franchise-Record 52 Points

On January 1, 2018, DeRozan scored a franchise-record 52 points to help the Raptors beat the Milwaukee Bucks 131–127 in overtime. He was the first player in NBA history to score 50+ points on New Year's Day.

January 18, 2018: DeRozan Chosen as NBA All-Star Starter

On January 18, 2018, DeRozan was chosen as an NBA All-Star starter for the second consecutive season and his fourth overall selection to the game, marking another milestone in his career.

February 1, 2018: DeRozan Named Eastern Conference Player of the Month

On February 1, 2018, DeRozan was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for January, recognizing his outstanding performance.

January 1, 2022: DeRozan Makes Game-Winning Buzzer-Beater

On January 1, 2022, DeRozan scored 28 points and made a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer, giving Chicago a 120–119 road victory over the Washington Wizards, becoming the first player in NBA history with a game-winning buzzer beater on consecutive days.

December 12, 2023: Passed Clyde Drexler for 35th in NBA All-Time Scoring List

On December 12, 2023, DeRozan passed Clyde Drexler for 35th place on the NBA All-Time Scoring List during a loss to the Denver Nuggets.

March 13, 2024: Scored season-high 46 points and entered 32nd place on the NBA All-Time Scoring List

On March 13, 2024, DeRozan scored a season-high 46 points and grabbed 9 rebounds in a 132–129 overtime win over the Indiana Pacers. He also passed Elgin Baylor, Dwyane Wade, and Adrian Dantley to enter 32nd place on the NBA All-Time Scoring List.

January 14, 2026: Moved into 22nd place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list

On January 14, 2026, DeRozan recorded 27 points, six rebounds and five assists in a 112–101 win over the New York Knicks. He passed Kevin Garnett to move into 22nd place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list.