History of George Hill (basketball) in Timeline

George Hill is an American professional basketball player who last played for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. He had a successful college career at IUPUI, earning Summit League Player of the Year honors and an All-American honorable mention during his junior season.

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May 4, 1986: George Hill's Birth

On May 4, 1986, George Jesse Hill Jr. was born. He went on to become a professional basketball player in the NBA, most recently playing for the Indiana Pacers.

1997: Carlos Knox Declares Early

In 1997, Carlos Knox declared early for the draft, making George Hill the second IUPUI player to declare early.

2000: Bucks Last Conference Finals Since 2000-01

In 2000-01 the Bucks appeared in the Conference Finals for the first time since 2000, where George Hill played with them.

2005: Drafted Erazem Lorbek

In 2005 Erazem Lorbek was drafted, and later sent to the Spurs in a trade for George Hill on June 23, 2011.

2006: Injury Shortened Season

In 2006, George Hill had an injury-shortened season playing for the Jaguars at IUPUI.

July 14, 2008: First summer league game

On July 14, 2008, George Hill played his first summer league game as a San Antonio Spur, scoring 17 points and grabbing 8 rebounds.

September 23, 2008: Signed with San Antonio Spurs

On September 23, 2008, George Hill signed a rookie contract with the San Antonio Spurs, guaranteeing the first two years with a team option for the next two years.

2008: Declared for NBA draft

In 2008, George Hill declared himself eligible for the NBA draft, foregoing his final year of college eligibility.

2008: NBA Debut and Rookie Season

In 2008, George Hill joined the San Antonio Spurs and made his NBA debut on November 4 against the Dallas Mavericks. He finished his rookie season averaging 5.7 points per game.

2008: Aspiration to be first-round NBA pick

In 2008, George Hill stated that it was his "childhood dream" to be a first-round pick in the NBA draft.

2008: Drafted by San Antonio Spurs

In 2008, George Hill was selected 26th overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA draft.

2009: Increased Minutes and Performance

In 2009, George Hill's minutes increased, and he started in 43 games. He more than doubled his scoring average and improved his shooting percentages, ending the regular season tied for the Most Improved Player of the Year award.

March 28, 2011: Career High Points

On March 28, 2011, George Hill matched his career high of 30 points in a game against the Houston Rockets.

June 2011: Traded to Indiana Pacers

In June 2011, George Hill was traded to the Indiana Pacers after spending three seasons with the San Antonio Spurs.

June 23, 2011: Traded to Indiana Pacers

On June 23, 2011, George Hill was traded to his hometown team, the Indiana Pacers, from the San Antonio Spurs.

January 31, 2012: Ankle Injury

On January 31, 2012, George Hill sustained an ankle injury during a game against the New Jersey Nets.

April 9, 2012: Named Starting Player

On April 9, 2012, George Hill was named the starting point guard for the Indiana Pacers.

July 13, 2012: Re-signed with Pacers

On July 13, 2012, George Hill re-signed with the Indiana Pacers for a reported five-year, $40 million contract.

2012: Game Winning Shots and Conference Finals Appearance

In 2012, George Hill made game-winning shots against the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers. He also appeared in the Eastern Conference Finals with the Pacers.

February 7, 2014: Career-High Scoring Game

On February 7, 2014, George Hill scored a career-high 37 points in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers, along with 9 rebounds and 8 assists.

February 27, 2015: First Career Triple-Double

On February 27, 2015, George Hill recorded his first career triple-double with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists in a win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

January 16, 2016: Birth of first child

On January 16, 2016, George Hill's girlfriend, Samantha, gave birth to their first child, Zayden Jaxon Hill.

February 19, 2016: Nine Points, Nine Assists and Eleven Rebounds

On February 19, 2016, George Hill had nine points and nine assists and matched a career-high with 11 rebounds in the Pacers' 101–98 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

July 7, 2016: Traded to Utah Jazz

On July 7, 2016, George Hill was traded to the Utah Jazz in a three-team deal.

July 2016: Traded to Utah Jazz

In July 2016, George Hill was traded to the Utah Jazz after spending five seasons with the Indiana Pacers.

January 21, 2017: Season High Points

On January 21, 2017, George Hill scored a season-high 30 points in a 109–100 win over the Pacers.

March 3, 2017: New Season High Points

On March 3, 2017, George Hill set a new season high with 34 points in a 112–97 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

July 10, 2017: Signed with Sacramento Kings

On July 10, 2017, George Hill signed a three-year deal with the Sacramento Kings.

July 2017: Signed with Sacramento Kings

In July 2017, George Hill signed with the Sacramento Kings as a free agent.

January 4, 2018: Birth of second child

On January 4, 2018, George Hill's girlfriend, Samantha, gave birth to their second child, Zoë Jessie Hill.

February 8, 2018: Acquired by the Cleveland Cavaliers

On February 8, 2018, George Hill was acquired by the Cleveland Cavaliers in a three-team trade. Hill missed a game winning free throw attempt in game 1 of the NBA finals against the Golden State Warriors, who eventually swept the finals in 4 games.

February 2018: Traded to Cleveland Cavaliers

In February 2018, George Hill was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

May 12, 2018: IUPUI Graduation

On May 12, 2018, George Hill received his diploma from IUPUI from the School of Liberal Arts and was one of two student speakers to address the new graduates.

August 13, 2018: Marriage to Samantha

On August 13, 2018, George Hill married Samantha.

December 7, 2018: Traded to Milwaukee Bucks

On December 7, 2018, George Hill was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a three-team deal.

December 2018: Traded to Milwaukee Bucks

In December 2018, George Hill was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

October 28, 2019: Scored 19 Points and Grabbed 8 Rebounds

On October 28, 2019, George Hill scored 19 points and grabbed 8 rebounds in a 129–112 win over his former team, the Cavaliers.

2019: Contract Guarantee

In 2019, George Hill's contract with the Sacramento Kings was fully guaranteed for its first two seasons, with only $1 million guaranteed for the 2019-20 season.

November 2020: Traded to Oklahoma City Thunder

In November 2020, George Hill was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

November 24, 2020: Traded to Oklahoma City Thunder

On November 24, 2020, George Hill was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a four team deal.

2020: Led NBA in Three-Point Percentage

In 2020, George Hill led the NBA in three-point field goal percentage. He was also integral in organizing a wildcat strike of players during the 2020 NBA bubble.