JaVale McGee's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 4, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of JaVale McGee.

JaVale McGee is a professional basketball player, currently playing for the Vaqueros de Bayamón (BSN) and contracted with the Illawarra Hawks (NBL). Drafted 18th overall by the Washington Wizards in 2008 after playing college basketball for Nevada, McGee is a three-time NBA champion, winning titles with the Golden State Warriors (2017, 2018) and the Los Angeles Lakers (2020). The son of Olympic gold medalist Pamela McGee, he also earned a gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team in 2020.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1983: Mother Won NCAA Championship

In 1983, JaVale McGee's mother, Pamela McGee, won an NCAA Division I championship.

1984: Mother Won NCAA Championship and Olympic Gold Medal

In 1984, JaVale McGee's mother, Pamela McGee, won her second NCAA Division I championship and an Olympic gold medal.

March 23, 2001: Keon Clark's 12 Blocks

On March 23, 2001, Keon Clark recorded 12 blocks in a game.

January 6, 2011: Participation in NBA Slam Dunk Contest

On January 6, 2011, JaVale McGee was selected to participate in the 2011 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, finishing in second place. He also set a Guinness World Record for the most basketballs dunked in a single jump.

March 15, 2011: First Career Triple-Double

On March 15, 2011, JaVale McGee achieved his first career triple-double against the Chicago Bulls, recording 11 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 blocks. However, he received criticism for taking ill-advised shots and a technical foul for excessive celebration.

2016: Warriors' Championship Season

In 2016, during the Warriors' championship season, JaVale McGee experimented with a vegan diet, which led to him committing to it full-time the following year, 2017.

2017: NBA Championship with Golden State Warriors

In 2017, JaVale McGee won his first NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors.

June 2018: Second Championship with the Warriors

In June 2018, JaVale McGee won his second straight championship after the Warriors defeated the Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.

2018: Second NBA Championship with Golden State Warriors

In 2018, JaVale McGee secured his second consecutive NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors.

March 22, 2019: Career Highs Against Brooklyn Nets

On March 22, 2019, JaVale McGee had career highs of 33 points and 20 rebounds against the Brooklyn Nets.

2020: NBA Championship with Los Angeles Lakers and Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, JaVale McGee won his third NBA championship as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers and also won a gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team.

2020: Third NBA Championship with the Lakers

In 2020, JaVale McGee won his third NBA championship as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.

August 7, 2021: Olympic Gold Medal

On August 7, 2021, JaVale McGee won an Olympic gold medal with the U.S. team, becoming the first mother and son to win gold medals in Olympic history alongside his mother, Pamela McGee.