Career Timeline of Jaxson Hayes: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Jaxson Hayes

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

Jaxson Hayes is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. Before joining the Lakers, he played college basketball for the Texas Longhorns. He is known for his athleticism and potential as a big man in the league.

2017: Slovenia won EuroBasket

In 2017, the Slovenian team won EuroBasket

2018: Hayes Participates in the Junior International Tournament

In 2018 he took part in the Junior International Tournament (JIT), in Lissone, Italy, leading Team Ohio to the win of its fifth title.

2018: Junior International Tournament

In 2018, Jaxson Hayes participated in the Junior International Tournament (JIT) in Lissone, Italy, leading Team Ohio to its fifth title.

April 11, 2019: Hayes Declares for NBA Draft

On April 11, 2019, Jaxson Hayes declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his remaining three years of college eligibility after being named Big 12 Freshman of the Year.

June 20, 2019: Hayes Drafted by Atlanta Hawks and Traded to Pelicans

On June 20, 2019, Jaxson Hayes was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the eighth overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft. His draft rights were then traded to the New Orleans Pelicans.

October 10, 2019: NBA Debut

On October 10, 2019, Jaxson Hayes made his NBA debut for the Pelicans, scoring 19 points against the Golden State Warriors.

January 9, 2020: Second NBA Double-Double

On January 9, 2020, Hayes recorded his second NBA double-double, scoring 14 points and adding 12 rebounds.

2020: Trade Completed

In 2020, the trade that sent Hayes to the New Orleans Pelicans was completed.

May 7, 2021: Season-High 19 Points

On May 7, 2021, Hayes scored a season-high 19 points in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

December 6, 2021: Hayes Assigned to G League

On December 6, 2021, Jaxson Hayes was assigned to the Birmingham Squadron, the Pelicans' NBA G League affiliate.

January 1, 2022: Season-High 23 Points

On January 1, 2022, Hayes registered a season-high 23 points against the Milwaukee Bucks.

April 5, 2022: Hayes Scores 23 Points and Pelicans Clinch Play-in Tournament Spot

On April 5, 2022, Hayes scored 23 points in a win over the Sacramento Kings, helping the Pelicans clinch a play-in tournament spot.

April 22, 2022: Hayes Ejected from Playoff Game

On April 22, 2022, Jaxson Hayes was ejected from a playoff game against the Phoenix Suns after receiving a flagrant 2 foul.

July 6, 2023: Hayes Signed with Los Angeles Lakers

On July 6, 2023, Jaxson Hayes signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.

2024: Hayes Played for the Lakers

In 2024 Jaxson Hayes played for the Lakers and averaged 6.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assist.

July 3, 2025: Hayes Re-Signed with Los Angeles

On July 3, 2025, Jaxson Hayes re-signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on a one-year contract.

October 2025: Hayes Plans to Pursue Passport to Play for Slovenia

In October 2025, Jaxson Hayes announced he was planning to pursue a passport to play for Slovenia, the home country of his teammate Luka Doncic.

2025: Hayes Started 35 Games for the Lakers

In the 2025 NBA season, Hayes started 35 games for the Lakers following the Anthony Davis trade to the Dallas Mavericks.