History of Desmond Bane in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 7, 2026

Desmond Michael Bane is an American professional basketball player currently playing in the NBA for the Orlando Magic. He previously played college basketball for the TCU Horned Frogs. Bane is known for his shooting ability and scoring prowess.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1988: Woody Austin Wins Mr. Basketball

In 1988, Woody Austin won Indiana Mr. Basketball. Bane later surpassed Austin's Wayne County Scoring record.

1995: Kurt Thomas Drafted

In 1995, Kurt Thomas was drafted. Bane became the first TCU player to be picked in the first round since Thomas.

June 25, 1998: Desmond Bane Born

On June 25, 1998, Desmond Michael Bane was born. He is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Orlando Magic of the NBA.

2007: Mike Miller's 3-pointer Record

In 2007, Mike Miller set the Grizzlies' franchise record for three-pointers made in a season, later surpassed by Desmond Bane on March 23, 2022.

May 12, 2016: Bane Commits to TCU

On May 12, 2016, Desmond Bane committed to play college basketball for Texas Christian University (TCU).

March 2, 2020: Bane Named Big 12 Player of the Week

On March 2, 2020, Desmond Bane was named Big 12 player of the week after scoring 23 points in a 75–72 upset over second-ranked Baylor.

November 2020: Bane Traded to the Memphis Grizzlies

In November 2020, Desmond Bane was traded from the Boston Celtics to the Memphis Grizzlies before the start of his rookie season.

November 25, 2020: Bane Signed By Grizzlies

On November 25, 2020, the Memphis Grizzlies announced that they had signed Desmond Bane.

December 5, 2021: Bane Scores Career High

On December 5, 2021, Desmond Bane scored a then-career-high 29 points and had nine rebounds in a 97–90 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

March 23, 2022: Bane Sets Grizzlies Record

On March 23, 2022, Desmond Bane set the Grizzlies' franchise record for three-pointers made in a season, surpassing Mike Miller's record set in 2007.

October 24, 2022: Bane Scores Career High

On October 24, 2022, Desmond Bane scored a then-career-high 38 points in a 134–124 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

2022: Bane Signs Max Extension Deal

After the 2022-23 NBA season ended, Desmond Bane signed the largest contract in Grizzlies franchise history with a new max extension deal with the Grizzlies, a five-year contract for $207 million.

2022: Bane Leads Grizzlies in Playoffs

In the 2022 NBA playoffs, on April 22nd, Desmond Bane led Memphis in scoring with 34 points during a Game 4 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Grizzlies were eventually eliminated in six games during the second round by the Golden State Warriors.

December 6, 2023: Bane Scores Career High

On December 6, 2023, Desmond Bane scored a career-high 49 points, along with six rebounds and eight assists, in a 116–102 win against the Detroit Pistons.

2023: Bane Suffers Back Injury

In the 2023-2024 NBA Season, Desmond Bane suffered a back injury in the final nine games.

September 2024: Bane Marries Tatum Talley

In September 2024, Desmond Bane married Tatum Talley in Cabo, Mexico. They met during freshman orientation at Texas Christian University.

October 2, 2024: Bane Participates in Training Camp

On October 2, 2024, Desmond Bane was a full participant in training camp after recovering from a back injury from the 2023-2024 season.

March 3, 2025: Bane Records First Triple-Double

On March 3, 2025, Desmond Bane recorded his first career triple-double with 35 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 132–130 loss against the Atlanta Hawks.

June 15, 2025: Bane Traded to the Orlando Magic

On June 15, 2025, Desmond Bane was traded to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round draft picks (2025, 2026, 2028, 2030) and a 2029 first-round pick swap.