Career Timeline of Jaden McDaniels: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Jaden McDaniels, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Jaden McDaniels is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA. Before turning pro, he played college basketball for the Washington Huskies. McDaniels was a highly-rated five-star recruit coming out of Federal Way High School, where he earned accolades such as McDonald's All-American and Washington Gatorade Player of the Year. He is the younger brother of fellow basketball player Jalen McDaniels.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1977: Longest Win Streak

Since 1977, Federal Way High School had a 63-game win streak, the longest in state history during Jaden McDaniels' time there.

May 2018: Nike Elite Youth Basketball League

In May 2018, Jaden McDaniels experienced a breakout at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) with Seattle Rotary, enhancing his status as a top recruit in the 2019 class.

January 25, 2019: Breaks School Record

On January 25, 2019, Jaden McDaniels scored 51 points against Todd Beamer High School, breaking the school's single-game scoring record.

May 22, 2019: Commits to Washington

On May 22, 2019, Jaden McDaniels committed to playing college basketball for Washington, after receiving interest from Kentucky.

2019: Five-Star Recruit

In 2019, Jaden McDaniels was a five-star recruit and one of the top players in his class. He is the younger brother of Jalen McDaniels, also a basketball player.

2019: Brother Drafted

In 2019, Jaden McDaniels' older brother, Jalen McDaniels, was selected by the Charlotte Hornets in the second round of the NBA draft.

December 27, 2020: NBA Debut

On December 27, 2020, Jaden McDaniels made his NBA debut, recording 6 points and 1 rebound in a loss against the Los Angeles Lakers.

2020: Possible NBA Draft Pick

In 2020, Jaden McDaniels was considered a possible number-one pick in the NBA draft. He later declared for the draft after his freshman season.

2020: NBA Draft and Trades

In 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers selected Jaden McDaniels in the first round of the NBA draft. He was then traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder and later to the Minnesota Timberwolves.