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 a professional basketball player currently with the New Orleans Pelicans. After one season at the University of Washington, where he earned all-conference honors, he was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs in 2016. Murray achieved significant milestones with the Spurs, including being named an NBA All-Star in 2022 and leading the league in steals that same year. He also holds the franchise record for career triple-doubles. Murray has also played for the Atlanta Hawks, showcasing his talent and versatility across different NBA teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: College Basketball Career

In 2015, Dejounte Murray played one season of college basketball for the Washington Huskies, where he earned second-team all-conference honors in the Pac-12 as a freshman in 2015-16.

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, Dejounte Murray declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility.

June 23, 2016: Drafted by San Antonio Spurs

On June 23, 2016, Dejounte Murray was selected by the San Antonio Spurs with the 29th overall pick in the 2016 NBA draft.

October 29, 2016: NBA Debut

On October 29, 2016, Dejounte Murray made his NBA debut in the Spurs' third game of the 2016–17 season against the New Orleans Pelicans. He recorded two rebounds and one assist.

2016: NBA Draft and All-Star Game Selection

In 2016, Dejounte Murray was selected by the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the NBA draft with the 29th overall pick. In 2022, he was named to his first NBA All-Star Game and led the league in steals.

January 12, 2017: Season-High 10 Points

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, Dejounte Murray started at point guard for the Spurs in Game 3 of their second-round series against the Houston Rockets due to Tony Parker's injury. He scored two points in 15 minutes.

October 18, 2017: Season Opener Start

On October 18, 2017, Dejounte Murray started in place of Tony Parker in the Spurs' season opener, scoring 16 points in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 9, 2017: Career-High Rebounds Tied

On December 9, 2017, Dejounte Murray tied his career-high with 14 rebounds in a win over the Phoenix Suns.

February 3, 2018: 500 Points and 300 Rebounds Milestone

On February 3, 2018, Dejounte Murray became the first player since Kawhi Leonard to reach 500 points and 300 rebounds in his first 100 games with the Spurs.

March 19, 2018: Franchise Rebound Record

On March 19, 2018, Dejounte Murray set the franchise record for rebounds in a season by a point guard, with 385 rebounds.

October 2019: Contract Extension

In October 2019, the Spurs and Dejounte Murray agreed to a four-year, $64 million contract, potentially reaching $70 million with incentives.

December 26, 2020: First Career Triple-Double

On December 26, 2020, Dejounte Murray recorded his first career triple-double with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a win against the Toronto Raptors.