History of Gabe Vincent in Timeline

Gabe Vincent is a Nigerian-American professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He played college basketball at UC Santa Barbara before going undrafted. He began his professional career with the Stockton Kings of the NBA G League. Vincent then joined the Miami Heat on a two-way contract, achieving NBA Finals appearances in 2020 and 2023 with the team. Subsequently, he signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, continuing his NBA career. He also represents the Nigerian national basketball team.

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June 14, 1996: Gabriel Vincent Born

On June 14, 1996, Gabriel Nnamdi Vincent was born. He is a Nigerian-American professional basketball player.

2014: College Basketball at UC Santa Barbara

In 2014, Gabe Vincent began playing college basketball for the University of California, Santa Barbara.

2018: Named to All-Big West Second Team

In 2018, Gabe Vincent concluded his senior season at UC Santa Barbara and was named to the All-Big West Second Team.

2018: Signed with Sacramento Kings

In 2018, after going undrafted in the NBA draft, Gabe Vincent signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Sacramento Kings but was later waived.

August 24, 2019: Game-Winning Shot Against Poland

On August 24, 2019, Gabe Vincent scored 23 points, including a game-winning three-pointer with 0.3 seconds left, while playing for the Nigerian national team against Poland.

December 2019: Scored 35 Points Twice for Stockton Kings

In December 2019, Gabe Vincent, playing for the Stockton Kings, scored 35 points in a game on two separate occasions.

January 8, 2020: Signed Two-Way Contract with Miami Heat

On January 8, 2020, the Miami Heat announced they had signed Gabe Vincent to a two-way contract.

June 22, 2020: Vincent Wins Most Improved Player Award

On June 22, 2020, Gabe Vincent was awarded the NBA G League's Most Improved Player award.

2020: Reached NBA Finals with Miami Heat

In 2020, Gabe Vincent reached the NBA Finals with the Miami Heat, though they ultimately lost to the Los Angeles Lakers.

August 1, 2021: Joined Heat for NBA Summer League

On August 1, 2021, Gabe Vincent joined the Miami Heat for the NBA Summer League.

July 6, 2023: Signed with Los Angeles Lakers

On July 6, 2023, Gabe Vincent signed a contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

2023: Reached NBA Finals with Miami Heat

In 2023, Gabe Vincent reached the NBA Finals with the Miami Heat before signing with the Los Angeles Lakers.

2023: Playoff Career-High and NBA Finals Appearance

In 2023, Gabe Vincent scored a playoff career-high of 29 points in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals and helped the Heat advance to the NBA Finals, where they eventually lost.