History of Jimmer Fredette in Timeline

Jimmer Fredette is an American former professional basketball player renowned for his prolific scoring ability. He achieved national recognition as the 2011 National Player of the Year while playing college basketball for BYU, where he led NCAA Division I in scoring during his senior year. Fredette's outstanding performance led to him being drafted 10th overall in the 2011 NBA draft.

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1981: BYU Last Reached Sweet Sixteen

In 1981, BYU last reached the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament, a feat they repeated on March 19, 2011, led by Jimmer Fredette.

1981: Danny Ainge's NCAA Tournament Record

In 1981, Danny Ainge set the BYU record for most points scored in an NCAA tournament game, a record that Jimmer Fredette tied on March 18, 2010.

February 25, 1989: Jimmer Fredette Born

On February 25, 1989, James Taft "Jimmer" Fredette was born. He later became a professional basketball player and the 2011 National Player of the Year in college basketball.

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1990: Marty Haws Earns All-Conference Honors

In 1990, Marty Haws was the last BYU point guard to earn first-team all-conference honors before Jimmer Fredette.

1998: Sister Lindsay Named Miss Teen New York

In 1998, Jimmer Fredette's older sister, Lindsay, was named Miss Teen New York.

2006: AAU National Championships

In 2006, Jimmer Fredette averaged 25 points per game to help the Albany City Rocks secure a third-place win over the Minnesota Magic at the AAU National Championships.

2007: BYU Basketball Career Begins

In 2007, Jimmer Fredette began playing basketball collegiately at Brigham Young University (BYU), where he wore jersey number 32 and majored in American studies.

December 28, 2009: New BYU and McKale Center Record

On December 28, 2009, Jimmer Fredette set a new BYU record and a new McKale Center record for points scored in a single game with 49 points against the Arizona Wildcats.

March 11, 2010: Breaks Mountain West Conference Tournament Records

On March 11, 2010, Jimmer Fredette scored 45 points in his team's win over TCU, breaking the cumulative Mountain West Conference tournament and single-game tournament records. His free throw shooting broke the MWC tournament record for free throws in a single game.

March 18, 2010: NCAA Tournament First-Round Win

On March 18, 2010, Jimmer Fredette scored 37 points to help BYU secure their first-round win in the NCAA tournament against Florida, reaching the second round for the first time in 17 years. He tied a BYU record for most points scored in an NCAA tournament game.

December 8, 2010: "The Hometown Classic"

On December 8, 2010, Jimmer Fredette returned to his hometown of Glens Falls for "The Hometown Classic", where he scored 26 points against Vermont, attracting a large crowd.

January 5, 2011: 39 Points Against UNLV

On January 5, 2011, Jimmer Fredette scored 39 points against UNLV.

January 11, 2011: Season-High 47 Points vs. Utah

On January 11, 2011, Jimmer Fredette scored a season-high 47 points in BYU's road victory over Utah, including 32 in the first half and a 40-foot buzzer-beater.

January 26, 2011: 43 Points Against San Diego State

On January 26, 2011, Jimmer Fredette scored 43 points against San Diego State in the Mountain West Conference's first battle of top-10 teams, leading BYU to victory.

February 5, 2011: Mountain West Conference's All-Time Leading Scorer

On February 5, 2011, Jimmer Fredette became the Mountain West Conference's all-time leading scorer with a 29-point performance against UNLV.

March 7, 2011: Player of the Year Awards

On March 7, 2011, Jimmer Fredette was named the Mountain West Conference's player of the year and the CBSSports.com National Player of the Year. He was also a candidate for the Bob Cousy Award.

March 11, 2011: Breaks BYU's Career Scoring Record

On March 11, 2011, Jimmer Fredette broke BYU's career scoring record and set the school's single-game scoring record with a 52-point game against New Mexico during the Mountain West Conference Championship Tournament.

March 17, 2011: NCAA Tournament Victory Over Wofford

On March 17, 2011, Jimmer Fredette led BYU's scoring with 32 points in their first-round NCAA tournament victory over Wofford, advancing to the second round.

March 19, 2011: Advanced to Sweet Sixteen

On March 19, 2011, Jimmer Fredette led BYU's scoring with 34 points as they defeated Gonzaga and advanced to the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1981.

June 23, 2011: Selected in NBA Draft

On June 23, 2011, Jimmer Fredette was selected by the Milwaukee Bucks with the 10th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft and subsequently traded to the Sacramento Kings.

December 17, 2011: Rookie Debut

On December 17, 2011, Jimmer Fredette made his rookie debut in a preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, scoring 21 points and recording 4 rebounds.

2011: BYU Basketball Career Ends

In 2011, Jimmer Fredette concluded his basketball career at Brigham Young University (BYU), where he wore jersey number 32 and majored in American studies.

2011: National Player of the Year

In 2011, Jimmer Fredette was named the National Player of the Year in college basketball for his outstanding performance as the leading scorer in NCAA Division I while playing for the BYU Cougars. He was subsequently selected with the 10th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft.

2011: "Jimmered" Enters Pop Culture Lore

In 2011, after a nationally televised game, Jimmer Fredette gained significant media attention, entering "pop culture lore", with his name becoming a verb, and appearing on a regional Sports Illustrated cover.

January 10, 2012: First NBA Start

On January 10, 2012, Jimmer Fredette got his first start in the NBA against the Philadelphia 76ers.

2013: Started Season with Kings

In 2013, Jimmer Fredette started the 2013-14 season with the Sacramento Kings before signing with the Chicago Bulls in March 2014.

February 12, 2014: Career-High 24 Points

On February 12, 2014, Jimmer Fredette scored a career-high 24 points in an overtime win over the New York Knicks.

February 27, 2014: Contract Bought Out by Kings

On February 27, 2014, Jimmer Fredette's contract was bought out by the Sacramento Kings, making him a free agent.

March 2, 2014: Signed with Chicago Bulls

On March 2, 2014, Jimmer Fredette signed with the Chicago Bulls for the rest of the 2013–14 season.

July 24, 2014: Signed with New Orleans Pelicans

On July 24, 2014, Jimmer Fredette signed with the New Orleans Pelicans.

December 31, 2014: Season-Best Game

On December 31, 2014, Jimmer Fredette had a season-best game with 14 points and 3 rebounds in a loss to the San Antonio Spurs.

February 24, 2015: High School Scoring Record Surpassed

On February 24, 2015, Lake George senior Joel Wincowski surpassed Jimmer Fredette's all-time Section 2 high school scoring record.

July 22, 2015: Signed with the Spurs

On July 22, 2015, Jimmer Fredette signed with the San Antonio Spurs.

October 21, 2015: Waived by the Spurs

On October 21, 2015, Jimmer Fredette was waived by the San Antonio Spurs after appearing in two preseason games.

November 10, 2015: Re-Signed with Pelicans

On November 10, 2015, Jimmer Fredette re-signed with the New Orleans Pelicans due to numerous injuries on the team.

November 28, 2015: Reacquired by Westchester Knicks

On November 28, 2015, Jimmer Fredette was reacquired by the Westchester Knicks.

January 29, 2016: Named D-League All-Star

On January 29, 2016, Jimmer Fredette was named to the East All-Star team for the 2016 NBA D-League All-Star Game.

February 22, 2016: Signed with New York Knicks

On February 22, 2016, Jimmer Fredette signed a ten-day contract with the New York Knicks, making his debut that night.

August 2, 2016: Signing with Shanghai Sharks

On August 2, 2016, Jimmer Fredette signed with the Shanghai Sharks of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA).

2016: Named to All-NBA D-League Second Team

At the end of the 2016 season, Jimmer Fredette was named to the All-NBA D-League Second Team. He also played for the Denver Nuggets Summer League team.

February 19, 2017: 73-Point Game

On February 19, 2017, Jimmer Fredette scored 73 points in Shanghai's 135–132 double overtime loss to Zhejiang Guangsha Lions.

July 23, 2017: Re-signing with the Sharks

On July 23, 2017, Jimmer Fredette re-signed with the Shanghai Sharks on a two-year deal.

2017: CBA Most Valuable Player

In 2017, Jimmer Fredette was named the CBA Most Valuable Player, marking a significant achievement in his international career.

March 22, 2019: Signing with Phoenix Suns

On March 22, 2019, Jimmer Fredette signed a two-year contract with the Phoenix Suns, marking his return to the NBA.

July 15, 2019: Signing with Panathinaikos

On July 15, 2019, Jimmer Fredette signed a two-year contract with Panathinaikos of Greece's top-tier level Greek Basket League and the EuroLeague.

July 4, 2020: Contract Announcement

On July 4, 2020, Panathinaikos announced that Jimmer Fredette's contract was too heavy for the team's budget, leading to his departure.

December 29, 2020: All-Time 3-Point Leader

On December 29, 2020, Jimmer Fredette became the Shanghai Sharks' all-time 3-point leader.

2020: GBL Championship

In 2020, Jimmer Fredette was a member of the GBL's championship team, adding a championship to his list of accomplishments.

August 5, 2021: Signing with Denver Nuggets Summer League

On August 5, 2021, Jimmer Fredette signed with the Denver Nuggets Summer League roster for the second time, but withdrew almost immediately due to unspecified issues.

October 25, 2022: Named to USA Men's 3x3 AmeriCup team

On October 25, 2022, Jimmer Fredette was named to the USA Men's 2022 3x3 AmeriCup team.

2022: Started Competing in 3x3 Basketball

In 2022, Jimmer Fredette began competing in 3x3 basketball, later winning two gold medals and one silver medal in international play.

2024: Participation in the 2024 Summer Olympics

In 2024, Jimmer Fredette represented Team USA at the 2024 Summer Olympics as a member of the first USA Basketball 3x3 Men's National Team to compete at the Olympics. Fredette suffered an adductor tear during the tournament, impacting the team's performance.

2024: Represented Team USA at the Summer Olympics

In 2024, Jimmer Fredette represented Team USA at the Summer Olympics as a member of the first USA Basketball 3x3 Men's National Team to compete at the Olympics.