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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

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.