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 an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Phoenix Suns. Drafted 13th overall in 2015 after a single season with the Kentucky Wildcats, he quickly rose to prominence. Booker is a five-time NBA All-Star, a two-time All-NBA selection, and holds the distinction of being the Suns' all-time leading scorer. He has also achieved international success, securing gold medals with the U.S. Olympic basketball teams in 2020 and 2024.

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

1994: Melvin Booker 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 an American professional basketball player.

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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: Recruiting Offers

By the end of Moss Point's season in 2014, Booker had received scholarship offers from multiple universities. He also played for the Alabama Challenge on the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League circuit.

2014: Kevin Durant Skills Academy Participation

In 2014, Devin Booker participated in the Kevin Durant Skills Academy.

2019: Purchase of house in Paradise Valley

In 2019, Devin Booker bought a 5,590 sq ft house in Paradise Valley, Arizona, for $3.5 million.

June 2020: Relationship with Kendall Jenner

In June 2020, Devin Booker began a relationship with Kendall Jenner.

2020: Global Ambassador for Special Olympics

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

2020: Starting Five foundation

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