Goran Dragić's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 27, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Goran Dragić.

Goran Dragić, a Slovenian former professional basketball player known as "the Dragon", had a successful career spanning Europe and the NBA. After playing in Slovenia and Spain, he joined the NBA in 2008, playing for several teams including the Phoenix Suns, Miami Heat, and others. He earned accolades such as All-NBA Third Team, NBA Most Improved Player in 2014 with the Suns, and was an NBA All-Star in 2018 with Miami. Notably, he led the Slovenian national team to their first FIBA EuroBasket title in 2017, earning the tournament's MVP award.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2004: Gold Medal at FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship

In 2004, Goran Dragić and the Slovenian under-20 junior national team won the gold medal at the FIBA Europe Under-20 Championship.

2007: Joined Union Olimpija

In 2007, Goran Dragić joined the Slovenian club Union Olimpija, where he played during the 2007–08 season and won the Slovenian League championship.

May 2010: Led Suns comeback against Spurs

In May 2010, during Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals, Goran Dragić led a Phoenix Suns comeback against the San Antonio Spurs, scoring 23 of his total 26 points in the fourth quarter, contributing to a 110–96 victory.

April 2012: Won Western Conference Player of the Week

In April 2012, Goran Dragić won the Western Conference Player of the Week while playing for the Houston Rockets.

2013: 2013 EuroBasket in Slovenia

In 2013, Goran Dragić and his brother Zoran played in the EuroBasket, which was held in Slovenia, leading the team to a 5th-place finish and a spot in the 2014 FIBA World Cup. Dragić finished in the tournament's top five in points and assists, earning him a spot on the All-Tournament Team.

February 2014: Western Conference Player of the Week award

In February 2014, Goran Dragić won his second career Western Conference Player of the Week award and his first with the Phoenix Suns for games played between January 27 – February 2, 2014. He was also paired with Reggie Jackson in the revamped Skills Challenge at the All-Star weekend.

April 2014: NBA Most Improved Player Award

In April 2014, Goran Dragić won the 2014 NBA Most Improved Player Award.

June 2014: Named to All-NBA Third Team

In June 2014, Goran Dragić was named to the 2014 All-NBA Third Team.

2014: All-NBA Third Team selection and NBA Most Improved Player

In 2014, Goran Dragić was selected for the All-NBA Third Team and named the NBA Most Improved Player while playing for the Phoenix Suns.

November 2017: Season-high points

In November 2017, Goran Dragić scored a season-high 29 points in a win over the Phoenix Suns and was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played November 20 through 26.

2017: Winning the 2017 EuroBasket and MVP Award

In 2017, Dragić helped Slovenia win its first-ever FIBA European championship and announced his retirement from the Slovenian national team after the tournament. He scored 35 points in the final and was awarded the Most Valuable Player of the tournament, averaging 22.6 points per game. He was also named the 2017 Slovenian Sportsman of the year.

2017: FIBA EuroBasket title

In 2017, Goran Dragić led the senior Slovenian national team to its first FIBA EuroBasket title and was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player.

January 2018: Named Eastern Conference Player of the Week

In January 2018, Goran Dragić was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played January 8 through 14, marking his fourth career Player of the Week honor.

August 2018: Order of Njegoš and Medal of Merit Award

In August 2018, the President of Republika Srpska, Milorad Dodik, honored Dragić with an Order of Njegoš and a Medal of Merit for the People.

2018: NBA All-Star

In 2018, Goran Dragić was named an NBA All-Star for the first time while playing with the Miami Heat.

August 2024: Jersey Number Retired by Basketball Federation of Slovenia

In August 2024, Goran Dragić's jersey number 3 was retired by the Basketball Federation of Slovenia, ahead of his farewell game at the Arena Stožice in Ljubljana.