Career Timeline of Jarred Vanderbilt: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 10, 2026

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jarred Vanderbilt made an impact.

Jarred Vanderbilt is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He was a McDonald's All-American in high school, showcasing his talent early on. He played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats before being drafted into the NBA by the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the 2018 NBA draft. Vanderbilt is known for his rebounding and defensive abilities.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

December 23, 2016: Commitment to Kentucky Wildcats

On December 23, 2016, Jarred Vanderbilt committed to play college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats.

June 21, 2018: Drafted by Orlando Magic, Traded to Denver Nuggets

On June 21, 2018, Jarred Vanderbilt was drafted by the Orlando Magic with the 41st overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft and was subsequently traded to the Denver Nuggets.

July 11, 2018: Signed with Denver Nuggets

On July 11, 2018, Jarred Vanderbilt officially signed a contract with the Denver Nuggets.

2018: NBA Draft

In 2018, Jarred Vanderbilt was selected by the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the NBA draft after playing college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats.

2018: Declared for NBA Draft

In 2018, after an injury-marred college career where he played only 14 games for the Kentucky Wildcats, Jarred Vanderbilt declared for the NBA draft. He averaged 5.9 points and 7.9 rebounds in 17.0 minutes per game.

January 25, 2019: NBA Debut

On January 25, 2019, Jarred Vanderbilt made his NBA debut in a game where the Denver Nuggets won 132–95 over the Phoenix Suns. He played four minutes and recorded one point, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal.

November 20, 2019: Assigned to Rio Grande Valley Vipers

On November 20, 2019, Jarred Vanderbilt was assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, a G League team.

February 5, 2020: Traded to Minnesota Timberwolves

On February 5, 2020, Jarred Vanderbilt was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 27, 2020: Timberwolves Debut

On December 27, 2020, Jarred Vanderbilt made his debut for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 127–91 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. He played 15 minutes, scoring two points, seven rebounds, six assists, three steals, and one block.

January 23, 2021: Career High 16 Points

On January 23, 2021, Jarred Vanderbilt scored a career-high 16 points along with 11 rebounds in a win against the New Orleans Pelicans.

September 15, 2021: Re-signed with Timberwolves

On September 15, 2021, Jarred Vanderbilt re-signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

July 6, 2022: Traded to Utah Jazz

On July 6, 2022, Jarred Vanderbilt, along with Malik Beasley, Patrick Beverley, Leandro Bolmaro, the draft rights to Walker Kessler, four future first-round picks, and a pick swap, was traded to the Utah Jazz in exchange for Rudy Gobert.

February 9, 2023: Traded to Los Angeles Lakers

On February 9, 2023, Jarred Vanderbilt was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in a three-team trade involving the Minnesota Timberwolves.

September 18, 2023: Contract Extension with the Lakers

On September 18, 2023, Jarred Vanderbilt agreed to a four-year, $48 million contract extension with the Lakers. The deal was fully guaranteed with a player option in the fourth year.