Gilbert Arenas's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Gilbert Arenas. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Gilbert Arenas, a former professional basketball player from the US, played in the NBA. He attended Grant High School and then the University of Arizona on scholarship. Arenas was drafted into the NBA in 2001 as the 31st overall pick by the Golden State Warriors. Known for his scoring ability and flashy style, he achieved significant recognition during his career.

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1968: Earl Monroe's Franchise Record

In 1968, Earl Monroe set the Wizards' franchise record with 56 points in an overtime game against the Lakers, which was later broken by Gilbert Arenas in 2006.

2001: Named First-Team All-Pac-10 and Championship Loss

In 2001, Gilbert Arenas was named first-team All-Pac-10 during his sophomore year at the University of Arizona. He helped lead Arizona to the national championship game, where they lost to the Duke Blue Devils, 82–72.

2002: NBA Most Improved Player

In 2002, Gilbert Arenas was voted the NBA Most Improved Player during his final season in Golden State. He also earned All-NBA Team selections during his time in Washington.

2005: Ranked Fourth in Scoring and Steals

During the 2005–06 NBA season, Gilbert Arenas averaged 29.3 points and two steals per game, ranking fourth among the league's scoring and steals leaders, respectively.

2005: Game-Winning Shot and Playoff Series Victory

In 2005, Gilbert Arenas hit a game-winning shot against the Chicago Bulls in the playoffs, securing the franchise's first playoff series victory in more than two decades.

December 17, 2006: Career-High 60 Points

On December 17, 2006, Gilbert Arenas scored a career-high 60 points in an overtime game versus the Los Angeles Lakers, leading the Wizards to a 147-141 victory. He also set an NBA record for most points in one overtime period with 16.

2006: Named All-Star Replacement

In 2006, Gilbert Arenas was named as a replacement for the All-Star Game after Jermaine O'Neal was injured. He also participated in the Three-point Shootout, finishing second.

January 3, 2007: Buzzer-Beater Against Bucks

On January 3, 2007, Gilbert Arenas hit a 32-foot buzzer-beater to win the game against the Milwaukee Bucks, 108–105.

February 2007: First-Time All-Star Starter

In February 2007, Gilbert Arenas was voted as a first-time starter for the 2007 NBA All-Star game for the Eastern Conference.

March 21, 2007: Game-Winning Layup

On March 21, 2007, Gilbert Arenas hit a game-winning layup as time expired to beat the Seattle SuperSonics.

April 2, 2008: Returns to action against the Milwaukee Bucks

On April 2, 2008, Gilbert Arenas returned to action against the Milwaukee Bucks after recovering from a knee injury. He scored 17 points in a 110–109 home loss.

March 28, 2009: Season debut after lingering injuries

On March 28, 2009, Gilbert Arenas made his season debut after recovering from lingering injuries from April 2007, scoring 15 points and dishing 10 assists in a 98–96 loss to the Detroit Pistons.