Devin Booker's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Devin Booker.

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

March 24, 1990: Tom Chambers sets Suns' previous scoring record

On March 24, 1990, Tom Chambers held the Suns' previous scoring record with 60 points.

1991: Donald Williams' Record

In late December, Booker's 111 total points over those three games fell just four short of Donald Williams' 1991 record for the event.

1992: Othella Harrington's Record

In the 2014 Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game, Booker's 31 points tied Othella Harrington's 1992 performance for the most ever scored by a Mississippi player in the event.

2002: Stephon Marbury's Previous Record

In 2002, Stephon Marbury set the Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter with 26 points.

2006: David Booker's Scoring Record

In 2006, David Booker (no relation) set a scoring mark of 2,251 points for Moss Point.

2013: Named Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year

In March 2013, Devin Booker was named the Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year and in April, he became the second player to win the Sun Herald Player of the Year Award in consecutive seasons.

2016: Rookie Season Achievements

Throughout the month of March 2016, Devin Booker led all rookies in points and assists per game. On April 9, he reached 1,014 points for the season. Booker finished fourth in the NBA Rookie of the Year Award voting and earned NBA All-Rookie First Team honors.

January 12, 2017: Franchise Record

On January 12, 2017, Devin Booker scored 28 fourth-quarter points, to set the Suns franchise record for most points in a quarter, previously held by Stephon Marbury's 26 points in 2002.

November 6, 2017: Booker reaches 3,000 career points

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

November 23, 2019: Booker records near triple-double against Timberwolves

On November 23, 2019, Devin Booker almost achieved a triple-double, scoring 35 points, grabbing a career-high 12 rebounds, and dishing out 9 assists in a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 27, 2019: Booker begins streak of 30-point games

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

January 7, 2020: Booker continues 30-point, 6-assist streak

On January 7, 2020, Devin Booker continued a streak that made 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 13, 2020: Booker named All-Star and Three Point Contest replacement

On February 13, 2020, Devin Booker was named an All-Star as an injury replacement for Damian Lillard. He also replaced Lillard in the Three Point Contest.

August 11, 2020: Booker breaks franchise record for most 30-plus-point games

On August 11, 2020, in the NBA Bubble, Devin Booker scored 35 points against the Philadelphia 76ers, breaking a franchise record set by Walter Davis for the most games of 30-plus points scored with the team.

2020: Won Gold Medal with U.S. Olympic Team

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

January 22, 2021: Booker reaches 8,000 career points

On January 22, 2021, Devin Booker reached 8,000 career points scored in a game against the Denver Nuggets, also straining his left hamstring during that overtime.

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

On November 29, 2021, Devin Booker was named the Player of the Week in the Western Conference for his performance during Week 6 of the season.

2021: Won Olympic Gold Medal

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

2021: Helped Lead Suns to NBA Finals

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

January 17, 2022: Booker receives second Player of the Week honor

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

March 24, 2022: Booker scores season-high 49 points and becomes the fourth-youngest player to reach 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 becomes cover star for NBA 2K23

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 on the same day.

2022: Earned All-NBA First Team Honors

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

February 7, 2023: Booker returns to lineup after injury

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