Career Timeline of Devin Booker: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Devin Booker made an impact.

Devin Booker is a prominent American professional basketball player currently playing for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. He was drafted 13th overall in 2015 after a single season with the Kentucky Wildcats. Booker's achievements include four NBA All-Star selections and two All-NBA team selections. He holds the title of the Suns' all-time leading scorer. Internationally, Booker has secured gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in both 2020 and 2024.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1983: Reference to 1983-84 NBA Season

Starting December 28, 2019 through January 7, 2020, Devin Booker had a streak of 30-plus points and 6-plus assists, and was the only player since the 1983–84 NBA season to record six straight performances of 30-plus points and 6-plus assists with 47% shooting efficiency

1993: First NBA Finals Since 1993

In Game 6 of the Conference Finals, Booker dropped 22 points in a 130–103 victory over the Clippers, to lead the Suns to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993.

2009: 8-Game Winning Streak

In the 2020 NBA Bubble, as of August 11, 2020, Devin Booker helped the Suns reached an 8–0 record, the first time since the 2009-10 season they had an 8-game winning streak.

2010: Playoff Berth

Booker and Chris Paul helped Phoenix clinch their first playoff berth since 2010.

2010: First Western Conference Finals Appearance Since 2010

In Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets in the Conference Semifinals, Booker dropped 34 points and 11 rebounds in a 125–118 victory, leading the Suns to a 4–0 series sweep over the Nuggets for their first Western Conference Finals appearance since 2010.

2014: Kentucky Statistics and Honors

During the 2014-15 season, Devin Booker averaged 10.0 points for Kentucky and subsequently earned SEC Sixth Man of the Year, All-Freshman Team and All-SEC Second Team honors.

2014: All-Star Game Participation

In 2014, Devin Booker participated in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game, McDonald's All-American Game, and Jordan Brand Classic, showcasing his skills among top players.

2014: Kentucky Scholarship Offer

In April 2014, after watching Devin Booker play, Kentucky coach John Calipari offered him a scholarship to play for the university's basketball team.

April 9, 2015: NBA Draft Declaration

On April 9, 2015, Devin Booker declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his remaining college eligibility after playing for Kentucky.

June 25, 2015: Drafted by Phoenix Suns

On June 25, 2015, Devin Booker was selected as the thirteenth overall pick by the Phoenix Suns in the NBA draft, marking the beginning of his professional career.

2015: Drafted by Phoenix Suns

In 2015, Devin Booker was drafted 13th overall by the Phoenix Suns in the NBA draft after playing college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats.

January 2, 2016: Season-High Score

On January 2, 2016, Devin Booker scored a season-high 21 points in a loss to the Sacramento Kings.

January 19, 2016: 32 Points Against Indiana Pacers

On January 19, 2016, Booker scored 32 points against the Indiana Pacers, setting a Suns' rookie record with six three-pointers.

2016: Offseason Training and Summer League

During the 2016 offseason, Devin Booker trained at UCLA, was invited to practice against Team USA, and played in the Las Vegas Summer League.

2016: Played on USA Select Team

In 2016, Devin Booker played on the USA Select Team which practiced against the 2016 U.S. Olympic team.

January 12, 2017: Suns Franchise Record

On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker scored 28 fourth-quarter points, tying the Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter, a record previously held by Stephon Marbury in 2002.

November 6, 2017: Reaching 3,000 Career Points

On November 6, 2017, Devin Booker scored 18 points in a loss against the Brooklyn Nets, reaching 3,000 career points and becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to reach this milestone.

July 7, 2018: Signing Contract Extension

On July 7, 2018, Devin Booker signed a five-year, $158 million maximum contract extension with the Phoenix Suns.

December 27, 2019: 30-Plus Point Streak

From December 27, 2019, Devin Booker began a streak of scoring over 30 points in seven straight games, setting a franchise record.

January 7, 2020: End of 30-Point Streak

On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker's streak of seven straight games with over 30 points came to an end. During the streak from December 28 until January 7, he was the only player since the 1983-84 NBA season to record six straight performances of 30-plus points and 6-plus assists with 47% shooting efficiency.

February 2020: Named Olympic team finalist

In February 2020, Devin Booker was named as a finalist to play on the 2020 Olympic team.

August 11, 2020: Breaking Franchise Record

On August 11, 2020, Devin Booker scored 35 points, breaking a franchise record set by Walter Davis for the most games of 30-plus points scored with the team.

2020: Starting Five foundation donation plan

As of 2020, Devin Booker's charitable foundation, the Starting Five, planned to donate $500,000 to Phoenix charities per year for 5 years, granting five nonprofit organizations $100,000 each.

2020: Named Special Olympics global ambassador

In 2020, Devin Booker was named a global ambassador to the Special Olympics due to his support for his younger half-sister, who has microdeletion syndrome.

February 8, 2021: Season-High 36 Points

On February 8, 2021, Devin Booker scored a season-high 36 points in a win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

November 29, 2021: Western Conference Player of the Week

On November 29, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Player of the Week in the Western Conference for Week 6 of the season, during which the Suns achieved a franchise-record 18-game winning streak.

2021: Won Olympic gold medal

In 2021, Devin Booker and Team USA won the Olympic gold medal in men's basketball.

2021: NBA Finals with the Suns

In 2021, Devin Booker played a crucial role in leading the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals.

2021: 2021 NBA Finals

In the 2021 NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks, Booker averaged 27.3 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists. He became the third player in NBA history to have back-to-back 40 point games in the Finals. However, the Suns would lose to the Bucks in six games.

January 17, 2022: Second Player of the Week Award

On January 17, 2022, Devin Booker received the Western Conference Player of the Week honor again for his performance during Week 13.

March 24, 2022: Season-High and 11,000 Points

On March 24, 2022, Devin Booker scored a season-high 49 points and reached 11,000 career points, becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to reach that milestone.

July 7, 2022: Contract Extension and NBA 2K23 Cover

On July 7, 2022, Devin Booker agreed to a four-year, $224 million maximum contract extension with the Phoenix Suns, and was also announced as one of the cover stars of NBA 2K23.