Career Timeline of Dejounte Murray: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Dejounte Murray, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Dejounte Murray is an American professional basketball player currently with the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. He played college basketball for the Washington Huskies. Drafted by the San Antonio Spurs as the 29th overall pick in 2016, Murray quickly made a name for himself. In 2022, he earned an NBA All-Star selection and led the league in steals. He is the Spurs' all-time leader in triple-doubles. He also played for the Atlanta Hawks before being traded to the Pelicans.
2015: College Basketball at Washington
In 2015, Dejounte Murray played college basketball for the Washington Huskies.
2015: All-Pac-12 Honors
In 2015, as a freshman at the University of Washington, Murray was named second-team All-Pac-12 and Pac-12 All-Freshman Team.
March 23, 2016: Declared for NBA Draft
On March 23, 2016, Murray declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.
June 23, 2016: Drafted by San Antonio Spurs
On June 23, 2016, Murray was selected by the San Antonio Spurs with the 29th overall pick in the NBA draft.
October 29, 2016: NBA Debut
On October 29, 2016, Murray made his NBA debut with the San Antonio Spurs against the New Orleans Pelicans.
2016: NBA Draft Selection
In 2016, Dejounte Murray was selected by the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the NBA draft.
January 12, 2017: Season-High Scoring Game
On January 12, 2017, Dejounte Murray scored a season-high 10 points in a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
May 5, 2017: First Playoff Start
On May 5, 2017, Murray started at point guard for the Spurs in Game 3 of the second-round series against the Houston Rockets due to Tony Parker's injury.
October 18, 2017: Season Opener Start
On October 18, 2017, Murray started in place of Tony Parker in the Spurs' season opener, contributing 16 points in a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
December 9, 2017: Career-High Rebounds
On December 9, 2017, Murray tied his career-high with 14 rebounds in a win against the Phoenix Suns.
February 3, 2018: 500 Points and 300 Rebounds
On February 3, 2018, Murray reached 500 points and 300 rebounds in his first 100 games with the Spurs.
March 19, 2018: Franchise Record for Rebounds
On March 19, 2018, Murray set the franchise record for rebounds in a single season by a point guard with 385 rebounds.
October 2019: Contract Extension
In October 2019, Murray and the Spurs agreed to a $64 million, four-year contract extension.
December 26, 2020: First Career Triple-Double
On December 26, 2020, Murray recorded his first career triple-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a win against the Toronto Raptors.
February 8, 2021: Career-High Steals
On February 8, 2021, Murray recorded 27 points, 10 rebounds, and a career-high eight steals in a win against the Warriors.
February 7, 2022: NBA All-Star Selection
On February 7, 2022, Murray was named to his first NBA All-Star team as an injury replacement for Draymond Green.
June 30, 2022: Traded to Atlanta Hawks
On June 30, 2022, Murray was traded to the Atlanta Hawks along with Jock Landale.
2022: NBA All-Star and Steals Leader
In 2022, Dejounte Murray was named to his first NBA All-Star Game and led the league in steals.
January 20, 2023: Season-High Assists
On January 20, 2023, Murray recorded a season-high 12 assists in a win against the New York Knicks.
October 30, 2023: Tied Career High Points
On October 30, 2023, Murray tied his then career-high 41 points in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
January 17, 2024: Game-Winning Shot
On January 17, 2024, Murray made a buzzer-beating, game-winning shot in a win over the Orlando Magic.
July 6, 2024: Traded to Pelicans
On July 6, 2024, Murray was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans.
