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 is a former professional basketball player. He attended Grant High School and the University of Arizona before being drafted 31st overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 2001 NBA draft. Known for his scoring ability and flashy style of play, Arenas achieved significant success in the NBA, particularly with the Washington Wizards, where he became a three-time All-Star. However, his career was also marked by controversy, including a suspension for bringing firearms into the Wizards' locker room.

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1968: Earl Monroe's 56 Point Game

In 1968, Earl Monroe scored 56 points for the Washington Wizards, the previous record before Gilbert Arenas matched it in 2006.

November 4, 2001: NBA Debut

On November 4, 2001, Gilbert Arenas made his NBA debut for the Golden State Warriors against the Portland Trail Blazers, going scoreless.

November 7, 2001: First NBA Point

On November 7, 2001, Gilbert Arenas scored his first NBA point in a game against the Toronto Raptors, from a free throw.

2001: Arenas Drafted by Golden State Warriors

In 2001, Gilbert Arenas was drafted by the Golden State Warriors with the 31st overall pick in the NBA draft.

2001: Named First-Team All-Pac-10

In 2001, during Gilbert Arenas' sophomore year at the University of Arizona, he was named first-team All-Pac-10.

January 16, 2002: First NBA Field Goal

On January 16, 2002, Gilbert Arenas made his first NBA field goal in a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, scoring 7 points.

February 15, 2002: First Career Start

On February 15, 2002, Gilbert Arenas made his first career start in the NBA.

February 17, 2002: First Double Digit Scoring Game

On February 17, 2002, Gilbert Arenas had his first double-digit scoring game, scoring 12 points against the Atlanta Hawks.

2002: NBA Most Improved Player

In 2002, Gilbert Arenas was voted the NBA Most Improved Player in his final season in Golden State.

March 2003: 41 Point Game vs Wizards

During March 2003, Gilbert Arenas had one of the best performances of his career, scoring 41 points, grabbing six rebounds, and dishing five assists in a win against the Wizards.

2005: Arenas Ranked Fourth Among Scoring Leaders

During the 2005-06 NBA season, Gilbert Arenas averaged 29.3 points per game, ranking fourth among the scoring leaders.

2005: Playoff Series Victory

In 2005, during the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs, Gilbert Arenas hit a game-winning shot to give the Wizards a victory over the Chicago Bulls, and the Wizards won the series, their 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. This tied the Wizards' franchise record for points scored in a game.

January 3, 2007: Buzzer-Beater against Milwaukee Bucks

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

March 21, 2007: Game-Winning Layup vs Seattle SuperSonics

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

April 2, 2008: Return to Action Against Milwaukee Bucks

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

March 28, 2009: Arenas Returns from Injury

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