Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Delonte West
Discover the career path of Delonte West, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Delonte West is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA for several teams including the Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Dallas Mavericks. He also played professionally in China and the NBA G League. Prior to his professional career, West played college basketball at Saint Joseph's University.
February 12, 2006: Named to Sophomore Team for Rookie Challenge
On February 12, 2006, Delonte West was named to represent the Boston Celtics on the sophomore team for the Rookie Challenge at NBA All-Star Weekend, replacing his college teammate Jameer Nelson.
November 8, 2006: Game-Winning Buzzer-Beater
On November 8, 2006, Delonte West made a game-winning buzzer-beater against the Charlotte Bobcats.
March 3, 2007: Game-Tying Three-Pointer
On March 3, 2007, Delonte West made a game-tying three-pointer with 4 seconds remaining in regulation to bring the game into overtime against the New Jersey Nets, the Celtics eventually won the game.
June 27, 2007: Traded to Seattle SuperSonics
On June 27, 2007, Delonte West was traded along with Wally Szczerbiak and a draft pick to the Seattle SuperSonics in exchange for Ray Allen and Glen Davis.
February 21, 2008: Traded to Cleveland Cavaliers
On February 21, 2008, Delonte West was part of a three-team trade that sent him, Ben Wallace, Joe Smith, and Wally Szczerbiak to the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was reunited with his Saint Joseph's teammate Dwayne Jones.
March 30, 2008: Season-High 11 Assists
On March 30, 2008, Delonte West had a season-high 11 assists against the Philadelphia 76ers.
April 27, 2008: Game-Winning Three-Pointer in Playoffs
On April 27, 2008, Delonte West made a game-winning 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left in a playoff game against the Washington Wizards, taking the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 3–1 lead in the series.
September 12, 2008: Signed Contract with Cavaliers
On September 12, 2008, Delonte West signed a three-year, $12.7 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was moved to the starting shooting guard position.
March 2, 2009: Career High Eight Steals
On March 2, 2009, Delonte West set a career high with eight steals in a game against the Miami Heat.
September 1, 2010: Signed with Boston Celtics
On September 1, 2010, Delonte West signed a one-year contract with the Boston Celtics.
December 13, 2011: Signed with Dallas Mavericks
On December 13, 2011, Delonte West signed with the Dallas Mavericks.
July 26, 2012: Re-signed with Mavericks
On July 26, 2012, Delonte West re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks.
October 29, 2012: Waived by Mavericks
On October 29, 2012, Delonte West was waived by the Dallas Mavericks.
January 25, 2013: Acquired by Texas Legends
On January 25, 2013, Delonte West was acquired by the Texas Legends of the NBA D-League.
March 16, 2013: Debut with the Legends
On March 16, 2013, Delonte West debuted for the Texas Legends, scoring 10 points in a loss to the Santa Cruz Warriors.
October 2013: Signed with Fujian Xunxing
In October 2013, Delonte West signed a one-year deal with Fujian Xunxing of China.
July 2014: Joined Los Angeles Clippers Summer League
In July 2014, Delonte West joined the Los Angeles Clippers for the 2014 NBA Summer League.
September 2014: Signed with Shanghai Sharks
In September 2014, Delonte West signed a one-year deal with the Shanghai Sharks, returning to China.
January 12, 2015: Signed with Guaros de Lara
On January 12, 2015, Delonte West signed with Guaros de Lara of the Venezuelan Liga Profesional de Baloncesto.
March 12, 2015: Reacquired by Texas Legends
On March 12, 2015, Delonte West was reacquired by the Texas Legends and played that night against the Delaware 87ers.
