Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jay Huff

How Jay Huff built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

James Matthew "Jay" Huff is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. He is known for his time playing college basketball for the Virginia Cavaliers, where he showcased his skills and developed into a professional prospect.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 21, 2016: Became School's All-Time Leading Scorer

On January 21, 2016, as a senior at Voyager Academy, Huff became his school's all-time leading scorer in basketball.

January 18, 2020: Huff Scores 17 Points and Six Blocks Against Georgia Tech

On January 18, 2020, Huff scored 17 points and made six blocks in a 63–58 win over Georgia Tech.

August 1, 2020: Returns to UVA

On August 1, 2020, after declaring for the 2020 NBA draft and evaluating his decision, Huff announced he would return to UVA for his senior season.

2020: Huff's 2020 Season

Following the 2019-2020 season, Huff declared for the 2020 NBA draft.

September 21, 2021: Signed with the Washington Wizards

On September 21, 2021, Huff signed with the Washington Wizards.

October 18, 2021: Signed with the Los Angeles Lakers

On October 18, 2021, Huff signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

2021: Declared for the 2021 NBA draft

Following the 2020–21 season, in 2021, Huff declared for the 2021 NBA draft.

January 12, 2022: Waived by the Los Angeles Lakers

On January 12, 2022, Huff was waived by the Los Angeles Lakers.

January 16, 2022: Re-acquired by the South Bay Lakers

On January 16, 2022, Huff was re-acquired by the South Bay Lakers.

July 27, 2022: Signed with the Los Angeles Lakers

On July 27, 2022, Huff signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

October 15, 2022: Waived by the Los Angeles Lakers again

On October 15, 2022, Huff was waived by the Los Angeles Lakers. He subsequently re-joined South Bay.

2022: Summer League Debut for Lakers

In 2022, Huff joined the Los Angeles Lakers' 2022 NBA Summer League roster. In his Summer League debut for the Lakers, Huff scored nine points and seven rebounds in a 100–66 win against the Miami Heat.