Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jae Crowder
Discover the career path of Jae Crowder, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Jae Crowder is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. Known for his toughness, defensive versatility, and three-point shooting, Crowder has established himself as a valuable role player throughout his career. He has played for several teams, including the Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, and Milwaukee Bucks, demonstrating his adaptability and experience. Crowder is respected for his intensity and contributions to winning teams.
July 20, 2012: Signed with Dallas Mavericks
On July 20, 2012, Jae Crowder officially signed with the Dallas Mavericks on a non-guaranteed two-year contract.
2012: Declared for the NBA Draft
In 2012, Jae Crowder declared for the NBA draft, where he was drafted 34th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers and traded to the Dallas Mavericks on draft night.
February 27, 2014: Assigned to Texas Legends
On February 27, 2014, Jae Crowder was assigned to the Texas Legends of the NBA Development League.
June 10, 2014: Mavericks Exercised Team Option
On June 10, 2014, the Mavericks exercised their team option on Jae Crowder's contract.
December 18, 2014: Traded to the Boston Celtics
On December 18, 2014, Jae Crowder was traded to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Rajon Rondo and Dwight Powell.
2014: Traded to the Boston Celtics
In 2014, Jae Crowder was traded to the Boston Celtics.
July 27, 2015: Re-signed with Celtics
On July 27, 2015, Jae Crowder re-signed with the Celtics on a reported five-year, $35 million contract.
August 2017: Traded back to the Cavaliers
In August 2017, Jae Crowder was traded back to his draft team, the Cleveland Cavaliers.
August 22, 2017: Traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers
On August 22, 2017, Jae Crowder was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Kyrie Irving.
February 8, 2018: Acquired by the Utah Jazz
On February 8, 2018, Jae Crowder was acquired by the Utah Jazz in a three-team trade.
2018: Traded to the Utah Jazz
In 2018, Jae Crowder was traded to the Utah Jazz.
July 6, 2019: Acquired by Memphis Grizzlies
On July 6, 2019, Jae Crowder was acquired by the Memphis Grizzlies from the Jazz.
2019: Dealt to the Memphis Grizzlies
In 2019, Jae Crowder was dealt to the Memphis Grizzlies.
February 6, 2020: Traded to Miami Heat
On February 6, 2020, Jae Crowder was traded to the Miami Heat in a 3-team trade.
November 28, 2020: Signed with Phoenix Suns
On November 28, 2020, Jae Crowder signed a 3-year contract with the Phoenix Suns.
2020: Traded to the Miami Heat
In 2020, Jae Crowder was traded to the Miami Heat, reaching his first NBA Finals.
2021: Reached Second NBA Finals
In 2021, during the offseason, Jae Crowder signed with the Phoenix Suns and reached his second NBA Finals.
September 25, 2022: Agreed to Sit Out Season
On September 25, 2022, Jae Crowder and the Suns mutually agreed to let Crowder sit out for the 2022–23 season.
2022: Sat out for the Suns
In 2022, Jae Crowder and the Suns mutually agreed on Crowder sitting out for the start of the 2022-23 season.
February 9, 2023: Acquired by Milwaukee Bucks
On February 9, 2023, Jae Crowder was acquired by the Milwaukee Bucks from the Suns.
July 9, 2023: Re-signed with Bucks
On July 9, 2023, Jae Crowder re-signed with the Bucks.
2023: Traded to the Milwaukee Bucks
In 2023, Jae Crowder was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.
November 27, 2024: Signed with Sacramento Kings
On November 27, 2024, Jae Crowder signed with the Sacramento Kings.
2024: Signed with the Sacramento Kings
In 2024, Jae Crowder signed with the Sacramento Kings.
