Deandre Ayton's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Deandre Ayton.

Deandre Ayton is a Bahamian professional basketball player currently with the Los Angeles Lakers. He was a highly-rated prospect who played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats, earning Pac-12 Player of the Year. Ayton was the first overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft, selected by the Phoenix Suns. He made the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2019. A significant achievement in his career was helping the Suns reach the NBA Finals in 2021, their first appearance since 1993. He now plays for the Lakers.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2007: Amar'e Stoudemire's performance

In 2007, Amar'e Stoudemire last recorded at least 28 points and 20 rebounds in a game for the Phoenix Suns.

2015: Ranked Top Prospect

In 2015, Ayton was ranked by Scout as the top prospect in all of high school in their "Ultimate 100" list.

December 9, 2017: Season-High Performance

On December 9, 2017, Ayton achieved a season-high (at the time) of 29 points and 18 rebounds in a win against the Alabama Crimson Tide.

December 30, 2017: Season-High Rebounds

On December 30, 2017, Deandre Ayton recorded 19 rebounds against the Arizona State Sun Devils, marking a season-high at the time.

2017: Top Prospect in Recruiting Class

In 2017, Ayton was considered one of the top prospects in the recruiting class by Scout.com, Rivals.com, and ESPN.

2017: Five-Star Recruit and McDonald's All-American

In 2017, Deandre Ayton was recognized as a consensus five-star prospect in the Class of 2017 and was named a McDonald's All-American.

January 20, 2018: Tied Freshman Record for Blocks

On January 20, 2018, Deandre Ayton tied the Arizona freshman single-game record for most blocked shots with six blocks against Stanford.

June 21, 2018: Drafted First Overall by Phoenix Suns

On June 21, 2018, Deandre Ayton was selected as the first overall pick in the NBA draft by the Phoenix Suns, marking the franchise's first No. 1 pick in their history.