History of Jeff Green (basketball) in Timeline

Jeff Green is a veteran American professional basketball player currently with the Houston Rockets. A forward, he has played 15 seasons in the NBA as of 2024, showcasing his adaptability and longevity. Notably, he has played for 11 different NBA teams, demonstrating his value as a versatile role player and his ability to contribute to various team dynamics throughout his career.

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

1985: Georgetown to National Championship Game

In 2007, Jeff Green helped 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, later known as a professional basketball player in the NBA.

1989: Georgetown's Big East Title

In 2007, Jeff Green was named Most Outstanding Player of the tournament, as the Hoyas won their 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: State Basketball Championship

In 2004, Jeff Green led the NHS Wildcats to the state basketball championship while attending Northwestern High School in Hyattsville, Maryland.

2005: Big East Rookie of the Year

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

2006: All-Big East Second Team

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

June 28, 2007: NBA Draft

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: NBA Draft and Trade

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

2007: Big East Player of the Year

In 2007, Jeff Green was named the Big East Player of the Year and Most Outstanding Player of the Big East Tournament. He also led the Hoyas to the Final Four of the 2007 NCAA tournament.

April 6, 2008: Career High Points

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

2008: NBA All-Rookie First Team

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

2008: Sonics move to Oklahoma

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

January 2009: First Career Game-Winner

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

2009: Uncle Jeff Nickname

In 2009, Jeff Green got the nickname "Uncle Jeff" after LeBron James compared him to an uncle who punishes you on the basketball court.

December 1, 2010: New Career High

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

February 24, 2011: Trade to Boston Celtics

On February 24, 2011, Jeff Green was traded to the Boston Celtics along with Nenad Krstić and a 2012 first-round pick.

April 11, 2011: First Start as a Celtic

On April 11, 2011, Jeff Green recorded a double-double in his first start as a Celtic against the Washington Wizards, recording 20 points and a career-high-tying 15 rebounds.

December 10, 2011: Re-signed with the Celtics

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

January 2012: Heart Surgery

In January 2012, Jeff Green underwent heart surgery after an aortic aneurysm was detected during a routine physical examination.

May 2012: Graduation from Georgetown

In May 2012, Jeff Green graduated from Georgetown University 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 Boston Celtics.

2012: Open-Heart Surgery

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

2012: Georgetown University Graduation

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

2012: Traded in 2011

On February 24, 2011, Jeff Green was traded to the Boston Celtics along with Nenad Krstić and a 2012 first-round pick.

March 18, 2013: Career-High 43 Points

On March 18, 2013, Jeff Green scored a career-high 43 points in a 105–103 loss to the Miami Heat.

April 3, 2013: 34 Points Against Pistons

On April 3, 2013, Jeff Green scored 34 points against the Detroit Pistons.

2013: Career-Best Season

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

2014: 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.

June 18, 2015: Exercised Player Option

On June 18, 2015, Jeff Green exercised his player option with the Grizzlies for the 2015-16 season.

December 13, 2015: Season-High Points

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

January 25, 2016: New Season-High Points

On January 25, 2016, Jeff Green topped his previous mark and scored 30 points off the bench in a 108–102 overtime win 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 in exchange for Lance Stephenson and a future protected first-round pick.

July 7, 2016: Signed with Orlando Magic

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

October 26, 2016: Magic Debut

On October 26, 2016, Jeff Green made his debut for the Orlando Magic, scoring seven points off the bench in a 108–96 loss to the Miami Heat.

April 5, 2017: Shut Down for 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: Game 7 Victory

On May 27, 2018, Jeff Green scored 19 points in place of the injured Kevin Love, helping the Cleveland Cavaliers defeat the Boston 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: Season-High 26 Points

On February 4, 2019, Jeff Green scored a season-high 26 points, alongside five rebounds and five assists, in a 129–137 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

July 20, 2019: Signed with Utah Jazz

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

October 23, 2019: Jazz Debut

On October 23, 2019, Jeff Green made his debut for the Utah Jazz, scoring five points in a 100–95 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

February 18, 2020: Signed by Houston Rockets

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

February 28, 2020: Signed for Remainder of Season

On February 28, 2020, the Houston Rockets announced that they had signed Jeff Green for the remainder of the season, reuniting him with former teammates.

November 23, 2020: Signed with Brooklyn Nets

On November 23, 2020, Jeff Green signed with the Brooklyn Nets, reuniting with former teammates Kevin Durant and James Harden.

August 12, 2021: Signed with Denver Nuggets

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

January 15, 2022: Season-High Points

On January 15, 2022, Jeff Green logged a season-high 26 points, alongside three rebounds and four assists, in a 133–96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.