History of Delonte West in Timeline

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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July 26, 1983: Delonte West's Birth

On July 26, 1983, Delonte Maurice West was born. He would later become a professional basketball player in the 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).

February 12, 2006: NBA All-Star Weekend Rookie Challenge

On February 12, 2006, Delonte West was chosen to represent the Boston Celtics on the sophomore team for the Rookie Challenge during NBA All-Star Weekend, replacing his college teammate Jameer Nelson due to injury.

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.

2008: Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis

In 2008, Delonte West was diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

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 17, 2009: Arrested on weapons charges

On September 17, 2009, Delonte West was pulled over and arrested for traffic violation and weapons charges while riding a Can-Am Spyder, as he was carrying multiple firearms.

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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.

2010: Suspended for First Ten Games

Delonte West was suspended for the first ten games of the 2010-11 NBA season following a guilty plea to weapons charges in Maryland.

2010: Divorce

In 2010, Delonte West's first marriage ended in divorce.

2010: Lost in Conference Semifinals

In the 2010 NBA Playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers lost in the Conference Semifinals series to the Boston Celtics in six games. West averaged 6.7 points in the playoffs.

December 13, 2011: Signed with the Dallas Mavericks

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

2011: Job Applications During NBA Lockout

During the 2011 NBA lockout, Delonte West applied for a job at Home Depot and worked at a furniture store to cope with financial difficulties.

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

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

October 15, 2012: Suspended by Mavericks

On October 15, 2012, Delonte West was suspended indefinitely by the Dallas Mavericks following an argument after a preseason loss.

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.

2013: Marriage to Caressa Madden

In 2013, Delonte West married Caressa Madden.

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.

February 2016: Photograph in Houston

In February 2016, Delonte West was photographed barefoot and in a hospital gown in a public place in Houston, Texas.

June 2016: Panhandling Photo

In June 2016, a photo of Delonte West panhandling in Temple Hills, Maryland, went viral, sparking rumors of homelessness which he denied.

January 2020: Video of Arrest

In January 2020, a video surfaced online showing Delonte West in handcuffs on a highway in Washington, DC.

September 28, 2020: Mark Cuban Intervention

On September 28, 2020, after photos circulated showing Delonte West panhandling, Mark Cuban picked him up from a gas station and paid for his drug rehabilitation treatment.

2020: Divorce from Caressa Madden

In 2020, Delonte West and Caressa Madden divorced.

January 19, 2021: Employment at Rehab Facility

On January 19, 2021, it was reported that Delonte West had a job at the rehab facility where he checked in and had reunited with his mother.

July 2022: Begging in Virginia

In July 2022, new videos emerged showing Delonte West begging again, this time in Virginia.

October 15, 2022: Arrested in Fairfax County

On October 15, 2022, Delonte West was arrested in Fairfax County, Virginia, after attempting to enter a car that did not belong to him. He was booked on four misdemeanor charges.

June 6, 2024: Arrested for violating release terms

On June 6, 2024, Delonte West was arrested in Fairfax County, Virginia, for violating the terms of his previous release and resisting arrest. He was found unresponsive and administered Narcan, then taken to a hospital for a second dose. He was later released after being charged.

November 2, 2024: Arrested for Trespassing

On November 2, 2024, Delonte West was arrested for trespassing by the Fairfax County Police Department, held on a $1,000 bond, and released the following day.