History of Jeff Green (basketball) in Timeline

Jeff Green is a veteran American professional basketball player currently playing for the Houston Rockets in the NBA. A versatile player, he has demonstrated longevity, playing 18 seasons as of 2025-26. Notably, Green has played for 11 different NBA teams throughout his career, showcasing his adaptability and experience within the league.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1985: Hoyas Last Final Four Appearance

In 2007, Green helped Georgetown beat Vanderbilt with a game-winning shot and led the Hoyas back to their first Final Four since Patrick Ewing led them to the 1985 national championship game.

August 28, 1986: Jeffrey Lynn Green Born

On August 28, 1986, Jeffrey Lynn Green was born.

1989: Hoyas Last Big East Title

The 2007 Big East tournament win was the Hoyas first Big East title since 1989.

2003: Recruited to Georgetown University

In 2003, Jeff Green was recruited to Georgetown University by coach Craig Esherick.

2004: Led NHS Wildcats to State Basketball Championship

In 2004, Jeff Green led the NHS Wildcats to the state basketball championship.

2005: Won Big East Rookie of the Year Award

In 2005, Green won the Big East Rookie of the Year award along with Rudy Gay of the University of Connecticut.

2006: Named to All-Big East Second Team

In 2006, Jeff Green was named to the All-Big East Second Team along with teammate Roy Hibbert.

June 28, 2007: Drafted by Boston Celtics

On June 28, 2007, Jeff Green was selected with the fifth overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft by the Boston Celtics and then traded to the Seattle SuperSonics.

2007: Entered NBA draft

In 2007, Jeff Green entered the NBA draft and was selected with the fifth overall pick by the Boston Celtics, but was traded to the Seattle SuperSonics.

2007: Named Big East Player of the Year

In 2007, Jeff Green was named the Big East Player of the Year. He and Roy Hibbert were unanimous selections to the All-Big East First Team. He also led the Hoyas to the Final Four of the 2007 NCAA tournament.

April 6, 2008: Scored Career-High 35 Points

On April 6, 2008, Jeff Green scored a career-high 35 points against the Denver Nuggets.

2008: Sonics Moved to Oklahoma City

Before the start of the 2008–09 season, the Sonics were sold and moved to Oklahoma City, becoming the Thunder.

2008: Named to NBA All-Rookie First Team

In 2008, following his rookie season, Green was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

January 2009: Hit First Career Game-Winner

In January 2009, Jeff Green hit his first career game-winner, leading the Thunder to a 122–121 victory over the Golden State Warriors.

2009: Received "Uncle Jeff" Nickname

In 2009, Jeff Green got the nickname "Uncle Jeff" after LeBron James compared him to "that uncle you used to play basketball with at the Y who will punish you down on the blocks and you get mad."

2009: Played and Started in All 82 Games

In the 2009–10 season, Jeff Green played and started in all 82 games.

December 1, 2010: Set New Career High with 37 Points

On December 1, 2010, Jeff Green set a new career high with 37 points against the New Jersey Nets.

February 24, 2011: Traded to Boston Celtics

On February 24, 2011, Jeff Green was traded to the Boston Celtics.

December 10, 2011: Re-signed with the Celtics

On December 10, 2011, following the conclusion of the NBA lockout, Jeff Green re-signed with the Celtics.

January 2012: Aortic Aneurysm Detected

In January 2012, Green underwent heart surgery.

May 2012: Graduated from Georgetown

In May 2012, Jeff Green graduated from Georgetown with a degree in English and a minor in theology.

August 22, 2012: Signed with the Celtics

On August 22, 2012, Jeff Green signed with the Celtics.

2012: First Start as a Celtic

Green recorded a double-double in his first start as a Celtic against the Washington Wizards on April 11, 2011. In 26 games, Green improved his field goal percentage after the trade to the Celtics.

2012: Underwent Open-Heart Surgery

In 2012, Jeff Green underwent successful open-heart surgery and continued his playing career.

2012: Graduated from Georgetown

Jeff Green graduated from Georgetown in 2012 with a degree in English and a minor in theology.

March 18, 2013: Scored Career-High 43 Points

On March 18, 2013, Green scored a career-high 43 points in a loss to the Miami Heat.

2013: Played and Started in All 82 Games for Celtics

In the 2013–14 season, Jeff Green played and started in all 82 games for the Celtics. He had a career-best season averaging a career-high 16.9 points per game.

2014: Averaged Career-Best Points Per Game

Over the first two months of the 2014–15 season, Jeff Green averaged a career-best 17.6 points per game.

January 12, 2015: Traded to Memphis Grizzlies

On January 12, 2015, Jeff Green was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in a three-team deal involving the Celtics and the New Orleans Pelicans.

December 13, 2015: Scored Season-High 26 Points

On December 13, 2015, Jeff Green scored a season-high 26 points in a loss to the Miami Heat.

January 25, 2016: Scored 30 Points Against Orlando Magic

On January 25, 2016, Jeff Green scored 30 points off the bench in a 108–102 overtime victory over the Orlando Magic.

February 18, 2016: Traded to Los Angeles Clippers

On February 18, 2016, Jeff Green was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers.

July 7, 2016: Signed with Orlando Magic

On July 7, 2016, Jeff Green signed with the Orlando Magic.

April 5, 2017: Shut Down for the Season

On April 5, 2017, Jeff Green was shut down for the rest of the season due to lower back soreness.

July 11, 2017: Signed with Cleveland Cavaliers

On July 11, 2017, Jeff Green signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

May 27, 2018: Helped Cavaliers Defeat Celtics in Game 7

On May 27, 2018, Jeff Green scored 19 points starting in place of Kevin Love, helping the Cavaliers defeat the Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals.

July 10, 2018: Signed with Washington Wizards

On July 10, 2018, Jeff Green signed with his hometown team, the Washington Wizards.

February 4, 2019: Scored Season-High 26 Points for Wizards

On February 4, 2019, Jeff Green scored a season-high 26 points, alongside five rebounds and five assists, in a loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

July 20, 2019: Signed with Utah Jazz

On July 20, 2019, Jeff Green signed with the Utah Jazz.

February 18, 2020: Signed with Houston Rockets

On February 18, 2020, Jeff Green was signed by the Houston Rockets to a 10-day contract.

November 23, 2020: Signed with Brooklyn Nets

On November 23, 2020, Jeff Green signed with the Brooklyn Nets.

August 12, 2021: Signed with Denver Nuggets

On August 12, 2021, Jeff Green signed with the Denver Nuggets.

January 15, 2022: Logged Season-High 26 Points for Nuggets

On January 15, 2022, Jeff Green logged a season-high 26 points, alongside three rebounds and four assists, in a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

July 7, 2023: Signed with Houston Rockets

On July 7, 2023, Jeff Green signed with the Houston Rockets for a second stint with the franchise.

2023: Won First NBA Championship

In 2023, Green won his first NBA championship as a member of the Denver Nuggets.

2023: NBA Champion

In 2023, Jeff Green became an NBA champion when the Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals.

July 10, 2025: Re-signed with the Rockets

On July 10, 2025, Jeff Green re-signed with the Rockets on a one-year contract.

2025: Plays for 11 NBA teams in 18 seasons

As of 2025, Jeff Green has played for 11 NBA teams in 18 seasons.

2025: Holds Record for Most NBA Teammates

As of 2025, Jeff Green holds the record for having played with the greatest number of teammates in the NBA with 272.

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