Grant Hill's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

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 (MLS), Orlando Pride (NWSL), and the Baltimore Orioles (MLB). Beyond his ownership roles, Hill serves as a basketball analyst for CBS and Turner Sports.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

1966: Duke became the first Division I program to win consecutive titles since UCLA

In 1966, Duke became the first Division I program to win consecutive titles since UCLA in 1966-73.

1989: Last player since Larry Bird averaged 20 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists

Larry Bird was the last player in 1989-90 to average 20 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists in a season.

1991: National Title with Duke

In 1991, Grant Hill won a national title with Duke University.

1992: Second National Title with Duke

In 1992, Grant Hill won his second national title with Duke University.

1993: Henry Iba Corinthian Award

Grant Hill won the Henry Iba Corinthian Award as the nation's top defensive player in 1993.

1994: ACC Player of the Year

In 1994, Grant Hill was named the ACC Player of the Year.

1995: Led All-Star Fan Balloting

In 1995, Grant Hill led the All-Star fan balloting.

1995: NBA Rookie of the Year Award

In 1995, Grant Hill was the co-winner of the NBA Rookie of the Year Award with Jason Kidd.

1996: Named to the All-NBA Second Team

Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1996.

1996: Gold Medal at the Summer Olympics

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.

1997: Named to the All-NBA First Team

In 1997, Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA First Team.

1998: Named to the All-NBA Second Team

Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1998.

1999: Named to the All-NBA Second Team

Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1999.

1999: Golden Plate Award

In 1999, Grant Hill received the Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement.

2000: Named to the All-NBA Second Team

Grant Hill was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 2000.

2002: Named to the ACC 50th Anniversary Team

In 2002, Grant Hill was named to the ACC 50th Anniversary men's basketball team, honoring the fifty greatest players in ACC History.

2004: Named Eastern Conference Player of the Week and All-Star Starter

During the 2004–05 season, Grant Hill was named the Eastern Conference player of the week for November 15–21, 2004. Fans also voted him an All-Star starter again, and he was awarded the Joe Dumars Trophy.

2005: Eastern Conference All-Star Team Selection

In 2005, Grant Hill made the Eastern Conference All-Star Team as a member of the Orlando Magic.

2006: Returning from Injuries

In 2006, Grant Hill returned from injuries despite retirement rumors, after receiving ankle rotation therapy. He started at shooting guard for the Orlando Magic.

2009: Appearing in All Games

In 2009, Grant Hill appeared in all 82 games, marking the first time in his career he played in every game of the season.

2010: Recognition as Smartest Athlete

In 2010, Grant Hill was chosen as the tenth-smartest athlete in sports by Sporting News.

2010: Playoff Series Victory

In 2010, the Phoenix Suns advanced to the Western Conference Semifinals, marking Grant Hill's first playoff series victory after 15 years in the NBA. They swept the San Antonio Spurs before losing to the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Finals.

January 15, 2011: Passing 16,000 Career Points

On January 15, 2011, Grant Hill passed the 16,000 career points milestone in a win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

2016: Inducted into the Duke Sports Hall of Fame

In 2016, Grant Hill was inducted into the Duke Sports Hall of Fame.

2016: Russell Westbrook averaged a triple-double

Russell Westbrook was the only player since Larry Bird in 1989-90 that duplicated 20 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists when he averaged a triple-double in the 2016–17 NBA season.