History of Jared Dudley in Timeline

Jared Dudley is an American former professional basketball player and current assistant coach for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. He played college basketball at Boston College. Primarily a forward, Dudley's NBA career spanned multiple teams, known for his role as a veteran presence and three-point shooting ability. He won an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020. After retiring from playing, he transitioned into coaching.

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July 10, 1985: Jared Dudley Born

On July 10, 1985, Jared Anthony Dudley was born. He later became a professional basketball player and coach.

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2004: Nickname 'Junkyard Dog' Earned

During the 2004-05 season, Jared Dudley earned the nickname "Junkyard Dog" for his toughness and nose for the ball while playing with the Boston College Eagles.

January 19, 2005: Scored Career-High 36 Points Against Villanova

On January 19, 2005, during his sophomore season, Jared Dudley scored a career-high 36 points against Villanova.

November 29, 2006: Scored 30 points against Michigan State

On November 29, 2006, Jared Dudley scored 30 points against Michigan State on national television.

June 28, 2007: Drafted by Charlotte Bobcats

On June 28, 2007, Jared Dudley was drafted 22nd overall in the NBA draft by the Charlotte Bobcats.

November 24, 2007: First NBA Start

On November 24, 2007, Jared Dudley made his first NBA start against Boston, scoring 11 points and grabbing nine rebounds.

2007: Drafted by Charlotte Bobcats

In 2007, Jared Dudley was selected as the 22nd overall pick in the NBA draft by the Charlotte Bobcats.

2007: Named ACC Player of the Year

In 2007, after his senior season, Jared Dudley was voted the ACC Player of the Year and was a second team All-American.

December 2008: Traded to Phoenix Suns

In December 2008, Jared Dudley was traded from the Charlotte Bobcats to the Phoenix Suns.

December 18, 2008: Traded to Phoenix Suns

On December 18, 2008, Jared Dudley, along with Jason Richardson, was traded to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Raja Bell, Boris Diaw, and Sean Singletary.

2008: Played 20 games for the Bobcats

In 2008, Jared Dudley played 20 games for the Charlotte Bobcats before being traded to the Phoenix Suns, averaging a career low 5.4 points during those games.

2009: Key Player in the 2010 NBA Playoffs

In the 2009-10 season, Jared Dudley was a key player in the 2010 NBA Playoffs.

2010: Second round pick

In 2010, Jared Dudley along with teammate Jason Richardson was traded from the Charlotte Bobcats to the Phoenix Suns, the bobcats also gave the Suns a second round pick.

2010: Played in the 2010 NBA Playoffs

In the 2009–10 season, Jared Dudley played in all 16 of the Suns playoff games, shooting 42.4% on three-pointers. The Suns lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Finals four games to two.

2010: Career High Average

In the 2010–11 season, Jared Dudley averaged a career-high 10.6 points per game, played in all 82 games and started a career-high 15 of them. However the Suns failed to reach the playoffs.

2011: Increased Career High

In the shortened 2011–12 season, Jared Dudley increased his career high with 12.7 points and averaged career highs in rebounds and assists per game. The Suns missed the playoffs again.

December 27, 2012: Career High 36 Points

On December 27, 2012, Jared Dudley recorded a career-high 36 points against the New York Knicks.

July 10, 2013: Traded to Los Angeles Clippers

On July 10, 2013, Jared Dudley was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in a three-team deal.

July 2013: Traded to Los Angeles Clippers

In July 2013, Jared Dudley was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers.

2013: Movie 43

In 2013, Jared Dudley appeared in the comedy film Movie 43, as a basketball player named Moses.

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January 20, 2014: Replaced as starting small forward

On January 20, 2014, Jared Dudley was replaced as the Clippers' starting small forward by Matt Barnes.

August 2014: Traded to Milwaukee Bucks

In August 2014, Jared Dudley was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

August 26, 2014: Traded to Milwaukee Bucks

On August 26, 2014, Jared Dudley was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

December 26, 2014: Perfect Shooting Game

On December 26, 2014, Jared Dudley became the first player to shoot 100% from the field for an entire game with at least 10 overall shots and 3 three-point shots, recording 24 points in a win over the Atlanta Hawks.

June 30, 2015: Opted in with the Bucks

On June 30, 2015, Jared Dudley opted in with the Milwaukee Bucks for the 2015–16 season.

July 9, 2015: Traded to Washington Wizards

On July 9, 2015, Jared Dudley was traded to the Washington Wizards.

July 2015: Traded to Washington Wizards

In July 2015, Jared Dudley was traded to the Washington Wizards.

July 8, 2016: Signed with Phoenix Suns for Second Stint

On July 8, 2016, Jared Dudley signed with the Phoenix Suns, marking his return to the franchise for a second stint.

July 2016: Returned to Phoenix Suns

In July 2016, Jared Dudley returned to the Phoenix Suns for a second stint.

March 24, 2017: Recorded Season-High 10 Assists

On March 24, 2017, Jared Dudley recorded a season-high 10 assists in a loss to the Boston Celtics.

June 23, 2017: Underwent toe procedure

On June 23, 2017, Jared Dudley underwent a left toe ligament and bone procedure, ruling him out for three to four months.

July 2018: Traded to Brooklyn Nets

In July 2018, Jared Dudley was traded to the Brooklyn Nets.

July 20, 2018: Traded to Brooklyn Nets

On July 20, 2018, Jared Dudley was traded to the Brooklyn Nets.

July 7, 2019: Signed with Los Angeles Lakers

On July 7, 2019, Jared Dudley signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for $2.6 million.

July 2019: Signed with Los Angeles Lakers

In July 2019, Jared Dudley signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers.

2019: Feud with Ben Simmons

During Round 1 of the 2019 NBA Playoffs, Jared Dudley got into a feud with Philadelphia 76ers player Ben Simmons and was fined $25,000 for an altercation with other 76ers players.

August 13, 2020: Logged Season-High Assists

On August 13, 2020, Jared Dudley logged a season-high five assists in a loss to the Sacramento Kings.

November 2020: Re-signed with Los Angeles Lakers

In November 2020, Jared Dudley re-signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.

November 30, 2020: Re-signed with the Lakers

On November 30, 2020, Jared Dudley re-signed with the Lakers on another 1-year, $2.6 million contract.

2020: Lakers' 17th NBA Finals won

His book Inside the NBA Bubble: A Championship Season under Quarantine talked about his personal experience, feelings, and the settings for the Lakers' 17th NBA Finals won in 2020 inside the 2020 NBA Bubble at Walt Disney World's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

February 2, 2021: Released e-book

On February 2, 2021, Jared Dudley and Carvell Wallace released a short, mostly autobiographical e-book called Inside the NBA Bubble: A Championship Season under Quarantine on Amazon. It talked about his personal experience, feelings, and the settings for the Lakers' 17th NBA Finals won inside the 2020 NBA Bubble at Walt Disney World's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

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February 24, 2021: Matched Season-High Points

On February 24, 2021, Jared Dudley matched his season-high of 3 points, along with four rebounds and an assist in a loss to the Utah Jazz.

May 16, 2021: Returned from Knee Injury

On May 16, 2021, after missing 33 games due to a contusion and torn MCL in his right knee, Jared Dudley made his return from injury, playing four minutes in a win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

August 2021: Retired and Joined Mavericks Coaching Staff

In August 2021, Jared Dudley retired from playing basketball and joined the Dallas Mavericks' coaching staff.

August 24, 2021: Announced Retirement and Joined Mavericks Coaching Staff

On August 24, 2021, Jared Dudley announced his retirement from the NBA after 14 seasons and joined Jason Kidd's coaching staff with the Dallas Mavericks as an assistant coach.