History of Donte DiVincenzo in Timeline

Donte DiVincenzo is a professional basketball player currently with the Minnesota Timberwolves. He achieved college success at Villanova, winning two national championships, and was named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player in 2018. Drafted into the NBA in 2018, DiVincenzo won an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021. He subsequently played for the Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors, and New York Knicks where he set franchise records for three-point shots. He also holds the NBA record for most three point shots made in a playoff game 7 (9).

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January 31, 1997: Donte DiVincenzo Born

On January 31, 1997, Donte DiVincenzo was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2015: Named Delaware Player of the Year

In 2015, Donte DiVincenzo was named Delaware Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association's Boys' Basketball Player of the Year.

2016: Won National Championship

In 2016, Donte DiVincenzo won a national championship while playing college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats.

January 14, 2017: Victory Against St. John's

On January 14, 2017, Donte DiVincenzo recorded 19 points, three rebounds, and two assists in a 70–57 victory against St. John's.

January 29, 2017: Dubbed "Big Ragu"

On January 29, 2017, Donte DiVincenzo was dubbed the "Big Ragu" by sportscaster Gus Johnson after his last-second tip in a game that gave Villanova the win against the University of Virginia.

February 10, 2018: Career-High 30 Points Against Butler

On February 10, 2018, Donte DiVincenzo scored a then career-high 30 points in an 86–75 win over Butler.

April 19, 2018: Declared for NBA Draft Without Agent

On April 19, 2018, Donte DiVincenzo announced he would declare for the 2018 NBA draft without hiring an agent, leaving open the possibility of returning to Villanova.

May 29, 2018: Remained in NBA Draft

On May 29, 2018, Donte DiVincenzo announced he would remain in the 2018 NBA draft and hire an agent, forgoing his final two years of eligibility at Villanova.

June 21, 2018: Drafted by Milwaukee Bucks

On June 21, 2018, Donte DiVincenzo was selected with the 17th overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2018 NBA draft.

July 10, 2018: Signed with Milwaukee Bucks

On July 10, 2018, the Milwaukee Bucks announced that they had signed Donte DiVincenzo.

2018: Won National Championship and Named Final Four MOP

In 2018, Donte DiVincenzo won another national championship with the Villanova Wildcats. He was also named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player (MOP).

December 16, 2019: 5 Points, 10 Rebounds, 9 Assists, and 3 Steals vs. Mavericks

On December 16, 2019, DiVincenzo scored 5 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, recorded 9 assists, and recorded 3 steals in a 120–116 loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

January 16, 2020: 19 Points vs. Boston Celtics

On January 16, 2020, Donte DiVincenzo scored 19 points and recorded 3 rebounds in a 128–123 win against the Boston Celtics.

May 4, 2021: 10 Points and 15 Rebounds vs. Brooklyn Nets

On May 4, 2021, Donte DiVincenzo scored 10 points and grabbed 15 rebounds in a 124–118 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

December 25, 2021: Return to the Court After Injury

On December 25, 2021, Donte DiVincenzo made his return to the court after being out for six months, logging 3 points and 2 rebounds in a win over the Boston Celtics.

2021: Won First NBA Championship

In 2021, Donte DiVincenzo won his first NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks.

January 22, 2022: Season High 20 Points vs. Sacramento Kings

On January 22, 2022, Donte DiVincenzo scored a season high 20 points in a 133–127 win over the Sacramento Kings.

February 10, 2022: Traded to Sacramento Kings

On February 10, 2022, Donte DiVincenzo was traded to the Sacramento Kings in a four-team trade.

July 8, 2022: Signed with Golden State Warriors

On July 8, 2022, Donte DiVincenzo signed with the Golden State Warriors on a two-year deal.

January 27, 2023: 12 Points and 11 Assists vs. Toronto Raptors

On January 27, 2023, Donte DiVincenzo scored 12 points and recorded 11 assists during a 129–117 win over the Toronto Raptors.

July 8, 2023: Signed with New York Knicks

On July 8, 2023, Donte DiVincenzo signed with the New York Knicks on a four-year, $50 million deal, joining Villanova teammates Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart.

March 25, 2024: Career-High 40 Points and Knicks Franchise Record

On March 25, 2024, Donte DiVincenzo scored a career-high 40 points and set a new Knicks franchise record for three-pointers in a single game (11) in a victory over the Detroit Pistons.

April 22, 2024: Game-Winning Shot in Playoffs

On April 22, 2024, DiVincenzo had 19 points, including the game-winning three-pointer, in the Knicks' 104–101 victory in Game 2 of the first round of the playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers.