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 professionally in China and the NBA G League. Prior to his professional career, West played college basketball at Saint Joseph's University.
July 26, 1983: Delonte West Born
On July 26, 1983, Delonte West was born. He is an American former professional basketball player who played in the NBA.
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.
2008: Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder
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 subsequently arrested for having multiple weapons. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to electronic monitoring, probation, community service and counseling.
September 1, 2010: Signed with Boston Celtics
On September 1, 2010, Delonte West signed a one-year contract with the Boston Celtics.
2010: Divorced First Wife
In 2010, Delonte West's first marriage ended in divorce.
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 15, 2012: Suspended by Mavericks
On October 15, 2012, Delonte West was suspended indefinitely by the Dallas Mavericks following an argument.
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.
2013: Married Caressa Madden
In 2013, Delonte West married Caressa Madden.
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.
June 2016: Photo of West Panhandling
In June 2016, a photo of Delonte West panhandling in Temple Hills, Maryland, went viral.
January 2020: Video surfaced showing West in handcuffs
In January 2020, a video surfaced online showing Delonte West in handcuffs on a Washington, DC, highway.
September 28, 2020: Mark Cuban Assisted West
On September 28, 2020, Mark Cuban picked up Delonte West from a gas station after photos circulated showing West panhandling. Cuban paid for drug rehabilitation treatment and provided a hotel room.
2020: Divorced Caressa Madden
In 2020, Delonte West and Caressa Madden divorced.
January 19, 2021: West Got a Job at Rehab Facility
On January 19, 2021, reports came in that Delonte West had a job at the rehab facility where he checked in and had reunited with his mother.
July 2022: New Videos Showed West Begging Again
In July 2022, new videos came to light showing Delonte West begging again, this time in Virginia.
October 15, 2022: Arrested in Fairfax County
On October 15, 2022, Delonte West was arrested again in Fairfax County, Virginia, after being seen trying to enter a car that did not belong to him. He was booked on four misdemeanor charges.
June 6, 2024: Arrested for Violating Terms of Release
On June 6, 2024, Delonte West was arrested again in Fairfax County, Virginia, for violating the terms of his previous release and resisting arrest. He was found unresponsive and revived with Narcan before being charged and released. Later that month, he was filmed stumbling around a parking lot.
November 2, 2024: Arrested for Trespassing
On November 2, 2024, Delonte West was arrested for trespassing by the Fairfax County Police Department. He was held on a $1,000 bond and released the next day.
