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 professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns, drafted 13th overall in 2015 after a single season with the Kentucky Wildcats. A four-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection, he is the Suns' all-time leading scorer. Booker also secured gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in 2020 and 2024, solidifying his status as one of the league's premier players. He was named SEC Sixth Man of the Year while playing college basketball.

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

November 2, 2014: Debut Exhibition Game for Kentucky

On November 2, 2014, Devin Booker played his first exhibition game for Kentucky against the University of Pikeville, where he was the team's second leading scorer.

2014: Played for Kentucky

In 2014, Devin Booker played 38 games for Kentucky. He averaged 10.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.1 assists in 21.5 minutes per game.

April 9, 2015: Declared for NBA Draft

On April 9, 2015, Devin Booker declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility.

June 25, 2015: Drafted by the Phoenix Suns

On June 25, 2015, Devin Booker was selected as the thirteenth overall pick by the Phoenix Suns in the 2015 NBA draft.

2015: Drafted by Phoenix Suns

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

January 2, 2016: Season-High 21 Points

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

January 19, 2016: Scored 32 Points vs. Indiana Pacers

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

March 3, 2016: Career-High 34 Points

On March 3, 2016, Devin Booker scored a then-career-high 34 points in a loss to the Miami Heat.

March 10, 2016: Career-High 35 Points

On March 10, 2016, Devin Booker recorded a career-high 35 points in a loss to the Denver Nuggets.

April 9, 2016: Reached 1,000 Career Points

On April 9, 2016, Devin Booker reached 1,000 career points, making him the fourth-youngest player to reach this milestone.

2016: Named to NBA All-Rookie First Team

In 2016, Devin Booker finished fourth in the NBA Rookie of the Year Award voting and earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors.

2016: Participated in Rising Stars Challenge and Three-Point Contest

In 2016, Devin Booker participated for Team USA in the Rising Stars Challenge and competed in the NBA All-Star Weekend's Three-Point Contest, finishing third.

2016: Played on USA Select Team

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

2016: Training and Summer League

In 2016, Devin Booker trained with coaches and former NBA players, was invited to practice against Team USA, and played in the Las Vegas Summer League.

January 12, 2017: Set Suns Franchise Record

On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker set the Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter with 28 fourth-quarter points.

November 6, 2017: Booker Reaches 3,000 Career Points

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

2017: Rising Stars Challenge and Skills Challenge

In 2017, Devin Booker was named to the U.S. Team for the Rising Stars Challenge and was invited to take part in the 2017 Taco Bell Skills Challenge.

July 7, 2018: Booker Signs Contract Extension with Suns

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

November 23, 2019: Booker Almost Achieves Triple-Double

On November 23, 2019, Devin Booker nearly achieved a triple-double, recording 35 points, a career-high 12 rebounds, and 9 assists in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 27, 2019: Booker's Scoring Streak Begins

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

January 7, 2020: Booker Continues Scoring Streak

On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker continued a streak from December 28th, making him 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 for the 2020 U.S. Olympic team.

August 11, 2020: Booker Breaks Franchise Record

On August 11, 2020, Devin Booker scored 35 points, breaking a franchise record for the most games of 30-plus points scored with the team, and helped the Suns reach an 8-0 record in the NBA Bubble.

2020: Named Special Olympics Global Ambassador

In 2020, Devin Booker was named a global ambassador to the Special Olympics to support his younger half-sister.

2020: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Devin Booker won a gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team.

2020: Starting Five foundation grants

In 2020, Devin Booker's charitable foundation, Starting Five, granted five nonprofit organizations $100,000 each, totaling $500,000 in donations to Phoenix charities per year for 5 years.

January 22, 2021: Booker Reaches 8,000 Career Points

On January 22, 2021, Devin Booker reached 8,000 career points in a game against the Denver Nuggets, where he also strained his left hamstring.

February 8, 2021: Booker Scores Season-High

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

November 29, 2021: Booker Named Western Conference Player of the Week

On November 29, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Western Conference Player of the Week for his performance during Week 6, helping the Suns achieve 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: Led Suns to NBA Finals

In 2021, Devin Booker helped lead the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals.

January 17, 2022: Booker Receives Player of the Week Honor Again

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

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

On March 24, 2022, Devin Booker scored a season-high 49 points in a victory over the Denver Nuggets, becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to score 11,000 points.

July 7, 2022: Booker Agrees to Contract Extension and Announced as NBA 2K23 Cover Star

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

2022: All-NBA First Team Honors

In 2022, Devin Booker earned All-NBA First Team honors after a franchise-best 64-win season for the Phoenix Suns.

February 7, 2023: Booker Returns to Lineup

On February 7, 2023, Devin Booker returned to the lineup after missing 21 games due to a groin strain, contributing 19 points in a win over the Brooklyn Nets.