Jeremy Lin's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jeremy Lin. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jeremy Lin is a Taiwanese-American professional basketball player currently playing for the New Taipei Kings. He rose to prominence in 2012 with the New York Knicks, leading a remarkable turnaround that became known as "Linsanity." Lin holds the distinction of being the first American of Chinese or Taiwanese descent to play in the NBA and the first Asian American player to win an NBA championship, achieving this feat with the Toronto Raptors in 2019.

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1977: Individual turnovers began being tracked

In 1977, individual turnovers began being tracked, providing a historical context for statistics related to Jeremy Lin's performance.

2006: Won California Interscholastic Federation Division II state title

In 2006, during his senior year, Jeremy Lin captained Palo Alto High School and led them to a 32–1 record, winning the California Interscholastic Federation Division II state title.

2008: All-Ivy League Second Team

In 2008, during his sophomore season, Jeremy Lin averaged 12.6 points and was named to the All-Ivy League Second Team.

2009: All-Ivy League First Team

In 2009, during his junior year, Jeremy Lin was a consensus selection for the All-Ivy League First Team.

January 14, 2011: Named to All-NBA D-League Showcase First Team

On January 14, 2011, Jeremy Lin was named to the All-NBA D-League Showcase First Team while playing for the Reno Bighorns.

July 2011: Named Top Influential Chinese-American

In July 2011, Jeremy Lin was named one of the top eight influential Chinese-Americans by Vivid Magazine.

February 4, 2012: Lin's Jersey Becomes Best-Selling Online

In the week of February 4, 2012, Jeremy Lin's jersey became the best-selling online in the NBA, and the Knicks became the best-selling team. The team began selling Lin merchandise on February 10, and one souvenir stand at Madison Square Garden sold out before the game started.

February 2012: Promotion to Knicks Starting Lineup

In February 2012, Jeremy Lin was promoted to the starting lineup for the New York Knicks and subsequently led the team on a seven-game winning streak.

April 2012: Jersey Sales Success

For the one-year period ending in April 2012, Jeremy Lin had the second-highest selling jersey in the NBA, behind Derrick Rose. Both Nike and Adidas introduced Lin-related athletic apparel, anticipating sales in China.

April 2012: Named to Time 100

In April 2012, Jeremy Lin was named to the Time 100 list as one of the most influential people in the world.

June 18, 2012: Wins Social Breakout Player of the Year

On June 18, 2012, Jeremy Lin was announced as the first-ever winner of the "Social Breakout Player of the Year" Award by NBA TV. He also won "The EPIC Award".

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July 2012: Market Cap Increase

By July 2012, the market capitalization of the Madison Square Garden Company rose by $600 million due to the Knicks' success attributed to Jeremy Lin's play.

July 2012: ESPY Award for Breakthrough Athlete of the Year

In July 2012, Jeremy Lin won the ESPY Award for Breakthrough Athlete of the Year.

July 2012: Wins ESPY Award

In July 2012, Jeremy Lin won the ESPY Award for Breakthrough Athlete of the Year. He was described as an "American icon", and was said to have given Asian-Americans a popular sports figure to relate to.

February 1, 2014: Lin records first career triple-double

On February 1, 2014, Jeremy Lin recorded his first career triple-double with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists in 29 minutes off the bench. The Houston Rockets secured a 106–92 home victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

March 21, 2016: Lin leads Hornets to comeback victory over San Antonio

On March 21, 2016, Jeremy Lin scored 15 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter, including the go-ahead jumper with 48 seconds remaining, to help Charlotte rally from a 30–7 deficit in the second quarter for a 91–88 comeback victory over San Antonio.

2019: NBA Championship with Toronto Raptors

In 2019, Jeremy Lin became the first Asian American player to win an NBA championship, achieving this milestone with the Toronto Raptors.

April 23, 2023: Lin records 50-point triple-double

On April 23, 2023, Jeremy Lin became the first player in Taiwan's PLG history to record a 50-point triple-double, with 50 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds.