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 in the Chinese Basketball Association and the NBA G League. Before his professional career, West played college basketball at Saint Joseph's University. While a talented player, West's career and personal life have been marked by struggles with mental health issues, which have led to public challenges and hardships post-NBA.

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2004: Drafted by the Boston Celtics

In 2004, Delonte West was selected by the Boston Celtics as the 24th overall pick in the NBA draft after leaving St. Joseph's University following his junior year.

2005: Starting Point Guard for the Celtics

In 2005, Delonte West was named the starting point guard for the Boston Celtics by head coach Doc Rivers at the beginning of the 2005-06 season.

2005: Averaged 11.8 PPG, 4.1 RPG and 4.6 APG

In 2005-06, Delonte West averaged 11.8 points per game (PPG), 4.1 rebounds per game (RPG), and 4.6 assists per game (APG).

November 8, 2006: Game-winning buzzer-beater against the Charlotte Bobcats

On November 8, 2006, Delonte West made a game-winning buzzer-beater against the Charlotte Bobcats while playing for the Boston Celtics.

March 3, 2007: Game-tying three-pointer against the New Jersey Nets

On March 3, 2007, Delonte West hit a game-tying three-pointer with 4 seconds left in regulation against the New Jersey Nets, sending the game to overtime which the Celtics won.

June 27, 2007: Traded to the Seattle SuperSonics

On June 27, 2007, Delonte West was traded to the Seattle SuperSonics along with Wally Szczerbiak and the 5th overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft (Jeff Green) in exchange for Ray Allen and Glen Davis.

February 21, 2008: Traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers

On February 21, 2008, Delonte West was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of a three-team deal involving Ben Wallace, Joe Smith, and Wally Szczerbiak.

March 30, 2008: Season-high 11 assists against the Philadelphia 76ers

On March 30, 2008, playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Delonte West recorded a season-high 11 assists in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

April 27, 2008: Game-winning 3-pointer against the Washington Wizards

On April 27, 2008, Delonte West made a tie-breaking 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left in a playoff game against the Washington Wizards, giving the Cleveland Cavaliers a 3-1 lead in the first-round series.

September 12, 2008: Signed a Three-Year Contract with the Cavaliers

On September 12, 2008, Delonte West signed a three-year, $12.7 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers and 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.

2009: Delonte West Averages 8.8 Points Per Game

During the 2009–10 season, Delonte West averaged 8.8 points in 25 minutes per game with only three games as a starter for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

September 1, 2010: Signed with the Boston Celtics

On September 1, 2010, Delonte West signed a one-year contract with the Boston Celtics to serve as a backup point guard for Rajon Rondo.

December 13, 2011: Signed with the Dallas Mavericks

On December 13, 2011, Delonte West signed with the Dallas Mavericks.

July 26, 2012: Re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks

On July 26, 2012, Delonte West re-signed with the Dallas Mavericks.

October 29, 2012: Waived by the Mavericks

On October 29, 2012, Delonte West was waived by the Dallas Mavericks.

January 25, 2013: Acquired by the 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 Texas Legends

On March 16, 2013, Delonte West made his debut 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 for 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 for a second stint.

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 but left the team before playing a game.

March 12, 2015: Reacquired by the Texas Legends

On March 12, 2015, Delonte West was reacquired by the Texas Legends and played that night against the Delaware 87ers, recording 10 points and 6 rebounds.