History of Jalen Johnson in Timeline

Jalen Johnson is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. Prior to his professional career, he played college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils. Johnson was highly regarded as a five-star recruit and a top-ranked small forward in the 2020 class. He completed his high school basketball career at Nicolet High School in Glendale, Wisconsin.

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December 18, 2001: Jalen Johnson Born

On December 18, 2001, Jalen Tyrese Johnson was born. He is now an American professional basketball player for the Atlanta Hawks of the NBA.

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January 5, 2020: Leaves IMG Academy

On January 5, 2020, Jalen Johnson left IMG Academy. He later returned to Nicolet High School.

November 30, 2020: Earns ACC Freshman of the Week Honors

On November 30, 2020, Jalen Johnson earned ACC Freshman of the Week honors.

2020: Rated Five-Star Recruit

In 2020, Jalen Johnson was rated as a five-star recruit and the No.13 overall recruit in the high school class.

2020: Jeff Boos Inducted into WBCA Hall of Fame

In 2020, Jalen Johnson's former head coach, Jeff Boos, was inducted into the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Hall of Fame.

July 29, 2021: Drafted by Atlanta Hawks

On July 29, 2021, Jalen Johnson was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the 20th pick in the 2021 NBA draft.

October 21, 2024: Agrees to Contract Extension with Hawks

On October 21, 2024, Jalen Johnson and the Atlanta Hawks agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract extension.

January 29, 2025: Ruled Out for Season Due to Surgery

On January 29, 2025, Jalen Johnson was ruled out for the remainder of the season due to shoulder surgery.

November 13, 2025: Sets Career Highs in Win Over Utah Jazz

On November 13, 2025, Jalen Johnson recorded 31 points, 18 rebounds, 14 assists, and seven steals in a 132–122 win over the Utah Jazz, setting new career highs in points, rebounds, assists and steals. He also became the first player in NBA history to record 31 points, 18 rebounds, 14 assists and seven steals in a single game.