Career Timeline of Jaxson Hayes: Major Achievements and Milestones

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. Prior to his NBA career, Hayes played college basketball for the Texas Longhorns. He is a notable athlete in the professional basketball arena.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: EuroBasket 2017

In 2017, Anthony Randolph, a member of the Slovenian team, who shared the same agent as Jaxson Hayes, won EuroBasket.

2018: Participation in Junior International Tournament

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

2018: Pelicans Qualified for Playoffs

In 2018, The Pelicans qualified for their first playoff appearance since after play-in wins over the San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers.

April 11, 2019: Declared for the NBA draft

On April 11, 2019, Jaxson Hayes declared for the NBA draft, giving up his remaining three years of college eligibility.

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

On June 20, 2019, Jaxson Hayes was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the eighth overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft and then his draft rights were 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, Jaxson Hayes recorded his second NBA double-double, scoring 14 points and adding 12 rebounds.

2020: Trade to Pelicans Completed

In 2020, Jaxson Hayes' trade to the New Orleans Pelicans was officially completed.

May 7, 2021: Season-High 19 Points

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

December 6, 2021: Assigned to Birmingham Squadron

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

January 1, 2022: Season-High 23 Points

On January 1, 2022, Jaxson Hayes registered a season-high 23 points in a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

April 5, 2022: 23 Points Against Kings

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

April 22, 2022: Ejection During Playoff Game

On April 22, 2022, Jaxson Hayes was ejected after receiving a flagrant 2 foul for pushing Jae Crowder during a playoff game against the Phoenix Suns.

July 6, 2023: Signed with Los Angeles Lakers

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

2024: Stats for Lakers

In 2024, Jaxson Hayes made 56 total appearances for the team during the 2024-25 NBA season, he averaged 6.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.0 assist.

July 3, 2025: Re-signed with Los Angeles

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

October 2025: Planning to Pursue Passport for Slovenia

In October 2025, Jaxson Hayes announced his plan to pursue a passport to play for Slovenia, teammate Luka Doncic's home country, citing the lack of open tryouts for the US team as a reason.