How Grant Hill built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Grant Hill is a former NBA player, now a basketball executive and co-owner of the Atlanta Hawks. He also holds ownership stakes in Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride, and recently became part of the ownership group of the Baltimore Orioles. Beyond his ownership roles, Hill serves as a basketball analyst for CBS and Turner Sports. His career has transitioned from being a prominent athlete to a sports executive and media personality.
In 1966–67, Dave Bing was the last time that the Pistons to win the award.
In 1972, Hill donated funds to the day care center established by his father Calvin in New Haven, Connecticut.
In 1981–82, Isiah Thomas was the last time that the Pistons rookie scored 1,000 points.
In 1989–90, Larry Bird was the last time that the player average 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists in a season.
After graduating from Duke in 1994, Grant Hill was drafted by the Detroit Pistons with the third pick in the NBA draft.
In 1994–95 seasons, Pistons Missing the Playoffs.
In 1995, Grant Hill led the All-Star fan balloting, edging out Michael Jordan.
In 1995, Grant Hill was the co-winner of the NBA Rookie of the Year Award along with Jason Kidd, recognizing his impressive debut season in the NBA.
In 1995-96 NBA seasons, Hill assumed the role of a "point forward" in Detroit, running the Pistons' offense.
In 1996, Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team, acknowledging his significant contributions to the Detroit Pistons.
In 1996, Grant Hill won a gold medal at the Summer Olympics in Atlanta as a member of the U.S. men's basketball team.
In 1996, Pistons Lost in the First Round.
In 1997, Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA First Team, recognizing his exceptional performance and contributions to the Detroit Pistons.
In 1997, Pistons Lost in the First Round.
In 1998, Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team for the second time, continuing to be recognized for his performance in the NBA.
In 1998, Hill was selected to play in the FIBA World Championship, but in the end, no NBA players played in this tournament due to the lockout.
In 1999, Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team for the third time, reaffirming his status as a top player in the NBA.
In 1999, Grant Hill was the Vice-Chairman for the Board of Directors of the Special Olympic World Summer Games.
In 1999, Hill joined Wilt Chamberlain and Elgin Baylor as the only players in NBA history at the time to lead their teams in scoring, rebounding and assists more than once.
In 1999, Pistons Lost in the First Round.
On August 3, 2000, Grant Hill was involved in a sign-and-trade deal that sent him to the Orlando Magic, with the Pistons receiving Chucky Atkins and Ben Wallace in return.
In 2000, Grant Hill had not been in the playoffs for a while.
In 2000, Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team for the fourth time, showcasing his consistent excellence and impact in the league.
In 2002–03 NBA season, Hill still provided solid production when he was able to play, averaging 18.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per 36 minutes.
In 2003, Grant Hill's former team, the Pistons, defeated the Magic in the playoffs.
In 2003, a selection of 46 works from Grant Hill's collection of African-American art, focusing on Romare Bearden and Elizabeth Catlett, was featured in a touring exhibition.
In 2003, after contracting a life-threatening MRSA infection, Grant Hill became an advocate for MRSA awareness and prevention, appearing in public service announcements.
In 2004, Grant Hill publicly supported John Kerry's presidential campaign.
In 2004, Grant Hill was selected as an All-Star starter and received the Joe Dumars Trophy for sportsmanship, marking a significant achievement during his time with the Magic.
In 2004, Pistons won the championship the following year in 2004.
In 2005, as a member of the Orlando Magic, Grant Hill was selected to the Eastern Conference All-Star Team, marking a high point in his career after recovering from injury.
In 2006, Grant Hill came back from injuries, despite rumors of his retirement. He sought ankle rotation therapy and regained much motion in his left ankle.
In 2006, the touring exhibition of Grant Hill's African-American art collection was last shown at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, his alma mater.
On July 1, 2007, Grant Hill became an unrestricted free agent.
In 2007, Grant Hill made his first playoff appearance since 2000 with the Orlando Magic, who were swept by the Detroit Pistons. Following this, Hill was undecided about his future, considering returning to the Magic, signing with another team, or retiring.
In 2008, Grant Hill publicly supported Barack Obama's presidential bid.
On July 10, 2009, Grant Hill re-signed with the Phoenix Suns for a 2-year deal, foregoing offers from the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics.
In 2009, Grant Hill appeared in all 82 games for the first time in his career, averaging 12.0 ppg, 4.90 rpg, and 2.3 apg for the Phoenix Suns.
In 2010, Grant Hill exercised his option for the 2010–11 season. The Suns underwent major roster changes, with Amar'e Stoudemire leaving and others joining the team.
In 2010, Grant Hill played in the Western Conference Finals as a member of the Phoenix Suns, reaching a significant milestone in his later career.
In 2010, the Phoenix Suns, with Grant Hill, advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals, marking Hill's first playoff series victory after 15 years in the league. They later lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Finals.
On January 15, 2011, Grant Hill surpassed 16,000 career points in a win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
On December 9, 2011, Grant Hill decided to stay with the Phoenix Suns for one year, accepting a $6.5 million contract.
On July 18, 2012, after his contract with the Suns expired, Grant Hill signed a contract with the Los Angeles Clippers.
In 2012, Grant Hill publicly supported Barack Obama's presidential re-election bid.
On January 12, 2013, Grant Hill made his debut with the Los Angeles Clippers against the Orlando Magic, after recovering from a bruised bone in his right knee.
On June 1, 2013, Grant Hill announced his retirement from the NBA, concluding a distinguished career marked by both triumphs and challenges.
In 2013, Grant Hill began hosting NBA Inside Stuff on NBA TV.
On June 24, 2015, Grant Hill became a co-owner of the Atlanta Hawks franchise as part of a group that purchased the team for $850 million.
In 2015, Grant Hill was named to the lead announcing team for CBS and Turner Sports' coverage of the NCAA men's basketball tournament.
In 2016–17 NBA season, Russell Westbrook duplicated Hill's achievement average a triple-double.
In 2018, Grant Hill was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, recognizing his outstanding basketball career.
On April 3, 2021, Grant Hill was named the managing director of the USA Men's National Basketball Team, succeeding Jerry Colangelo after the Tokyo Olympics.
In January 2024, Grant Hill was included in the group that purchased the Baltimore Orioles.