Childhood and Education Journey of Devin Booker in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Devin Booker, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Devin Booker is a prominent American professional basketball player currently playing for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. Following a single season with the Kentucky Wildcats, where he was named SEC Sixth Man of the Year, Booker was drafted 13th overall in the 2015 NBA draft by the Suns. He has since become a four-time All-Star, a two-time All-NBA selection, and the Phoenix Suns' all-time leading scorer. Booker also secured gold medals as a member of the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in both 2020 and 2024.

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

1994: Father Named Big Eight Player of the Year

In 1994, Melvin Booker, Devin Booker's father, was named the Big Eight Player of the Year while playing as a point guard at Missouri.

October 30, 1996: Devin Booker's Birth

On October 30, 1996, Devin Armani Booker was born. He is now a professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns.

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August 2011: Enrolled at Moss Point High School

In August 2011, Devin Booker moved to Mississippi and enrolled at Moss Point High School, where his father was hired as an assistant coach.

August 2013: Narrowed College Choices

In August 2013, Devin Booker narrowed his list of potential college choices to Florida, Missouri, Michigan, Michigan State, and Kentucky.

2014: Participated in Basketball Camps

During the Summer of 2013, Devin Booker participated in the Kevin Durant Skills Academy, the LeBron James Skills Academy, the CP3 Elite Guard Camp, and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Top 100 camp.

2014: Recruiting Interest and Kentucky Scholarship Offer

In 2014, Devin Booker held scholarship offers from multiple universities, including Duke, North Carolina, and Florida. He later received a scholarship offer from Kentucky coach John Calipari after playing in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League circuit.

2019: Bought House in Paradise Valley

In 2019, Devin Booker purchased a 5,590 square foot house in Paradise Valley, Arizona, for $3.5 million.

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.

May 3, 2024: Added as Playable Operator in Call of Duty

On May 3, 2024, Devin Booker was added as a playable operator for Warzone in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. The pack released was called "Tracer Pack: D Book Was Here bundle".