History of Iman Shumpert in Timeline

Iman Shumpert is a retired American basketball player. He played professionally after being drafted by the New York Knicks in 2011. Notably, he was part of the Cleveland Cavaliers championship-winning team in 2016.

June 26, 1990: Birth of Iman Shumpert

Iman Shumpert was born on June 26, 1990.

2008: Freshman Season at Georgia Tech

Iman Shumpert began his freshman season at Georgia Tech in 2008.

2008: McDonald's All-American Game

Iman Shumpert was selected to play in the 2008 McDonald's All-American Game.

2009: Knee Surgery

During the 2009-2010 season, Shumpert underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair a damaged meniscus in his right knee on December 3rd. He missed six games.

2010: All-ACC Second Team

In the 2010-2011 season, Shumpert was named to the All-ACC second team and was a member of the conference's all-defensive team.

March 28, 2011: Declaration for NBA Draft

On March 28, 2011, Shumpert declared for the NBA draft.

2011: Selection by New York Knicks

Iman Shumpert was drafted by the New York Knicks in 2011.

2011: NBA Draft

Iman Shumpert was drafted by the New York Knicks with the 17th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft.

February 2012: Praise for Defensive Skills

In February 2012, Shumpert's teammate Jared Jeffries praised his on-ball defense, considering him one of the best in the league.

April 28, 2012: Knee Injury

On April 28, 2012, during a first-round playoff game against the Miami Heat, Shumpert suffered a knee injury.

2012: Shumpert Releases "Knicks Anthem" and Mixtape

In 2012, Iman Shumpert explored his musical talents by releasing his song "Knicks Anthem" and a mixtape titled "Th3 #Post90s."

2012: NBA Rookie of the Year Voting

Shumpert finished fifth in the 2012 NBA Rookie of the Year voting.

January 13, 2013: Cleared to Play

On January 13, 2013, Shumpert was medically cleared to participate in team practice.

July 2013: Summer League Game

In July 2013, Shumpert played one summer league game for the Knicks.

October 2013: Shumpert Shaves His High-Top Fade

In October 2013, Iman Shumpert decided to shave his high-top fade haircut, which had garnered attention during the previous NBA season.

2013: Shumpert Releases "Dear Kendrick" and "Chiraq"

Iman Shumpert continued his music career in 2013, releasing the song "Dear Kendrick" as a response to Kendrick Lamar's verse in "Control." He also released "Chiraq," with its music video gaining attention for its unique visuals.

December 12, 2014: Shoulder Injury

On December 12, 2014, Shumpert dislocated his left shoulder in the Knicks' 101-95 win over the Boston Celtics.

January 5, 2015: Trade to Cleveland Cavaliers

On January 5, 2015, Shumpert was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers from the Knicks in a three-team trade.

July 9, 2015: Re-signs with Cavaliers

On July 9, 2015, Shumpert re-signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers to a four-year, $40 million contract.

September 29, 2015: Wrist Injury

On September 29, 2015, Shumpert was ruled out for three months after suffering a ruptured Extensor Carpi Ulnaris sheath in his right wrist.

March 5, 2016: Career-High in Rebounds

On March 5, 2016, Shumpert recorded 12 points and a career-high 16 rebounds off the bench in a 120–103 win over the Boston Celtics.

2016: Backup Point Guard

Cavaliers' coach Tyronn Lue started using Shumpert at backup point guard early on in the 2016–17 season.

2016: NBA Championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers

Iman Shumpert won an NBA championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016.

March 14, 2017: Season-High Score

On March 14, 2017, Shumpert scored a season-high 18 points in a 128–96 win over the Detroit Pistons.

December 1, 2017: Knee Surgery and Recovery

On December 1, 2017, Shumpert was ruled out for six to eight weeks following surgery on his left knee. He returned to action on January 23, 2018.

2017: Did Not Play for Kings

Shumpert did not play for the Kings in 2017-18.

January 23, 2018: Returns from Knee Surgery

Shumpert returned to action on January 23, 2018, after recovering from knee surgery.

February 8, 2018: Trade to Sacramento Kings

On February 8, 2018, Shumpert was acquired by the Sacramento Kings from the Cavaliers in a three-team trade that also involved the Utah Jazz.

June 8, 2018: Opts into Contract

Despite not playing for the Kings in the 2017-18 season, Shumpert opted in for the final year of his contract on June 8, 2018.

October 17, 2018: Debut for the Kings

Shumpert made his debut for the Sacramento Kings on October 17, 2018.

December 27, 2018: Matches Career High with Six 3-Pointers

On December 27, 2018, Shumpert scored 18 points and matched his career high with six 3-pointers in a 117–116 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

February 7, 2019: Shumpert Traded to Houston Rockets

On February 7, 2019, Iman Shumpert was traded to the Houston Rockets in a three-team deal involving the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers.

November 13, 2019: Shumpert Signs with Brooklyn Nets

Iman Shumpert signed with the Brooklyn Nets on November 13, 2019, filling a roster exemption created by Wilson Chandler's suspension.

2019: Second Round Pick Traded

The Cleveland Cavaliers traded a second-round pick in the 2019 NBA draft to the New York Knicks as part of a three-team trade.

January 30, 2021: Shumpert Returns to Brooklyn Nets

On January 30, 2021, Iman Shumpert returned to the Brooklyn Nets on a deal. He was later waived and re-signed to a 10-day contract, playing two games before parting ways with the team.