History of Joakim Noah in Timeline
Joakim Noah is a retired professional basketball player who played college basketball at the University of Florida where he won two national championships. Drafted ninth overall by the Chicago Bulls in 2007, Noah became a two-time NBA All-Star. In 2014, he earned All-NBA First Team honors and was named NBA Defensive Player of the Year, marking the pinnacle of his career.
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1961: Zacharie Noah wins Coupe de France
In 1961, Joakim Noah's grandfather, Zacharie Noah, won the Coupe de France as a professional football player.
March 1968: Center with most assists since Wilt Chamberlain
In March 2014, Joakim Noah finished the month of March with 120 assists, which was the most by an NBA center since Wilt Chamberlain had 155 assists in March 1968.
1977: Last Triple-Double by Bulls Center
In 1977, Artis Gilmore recorded a triple-double for the Chicago Bulls. February 22, 2012 was the first triple-double by a Bulls center since Gilmore's.
1978: Cécilia Rodhe at Miss Universe
In 1978, Joakim Noah's mother, Cécilia Rodhe, was the fourth runner-up at Miss Universe.
1982: Last All-Star Bulls Center
In 1982, Artis Gilmore was the Chicago Bulls' All-Star center. On January 24, 2013 Joakim Noah became the Bulls' first All-Star center since Gilmore.
1983: Yannick Noah wins French Open
In 1983, Joakim Noah's father, Yannick Noah, won the French Open, a significant accomplishment as a tennis player.
February 25, 1985: Joakim Noah's Birth
On February 25, 1985, Joakim Simon Noah was born. He is a former professional basketball player who played for the France national team and in college for the Florida Gators.
1986: Most Assists by Bulls Center
On March 2, 2014, Joakim Noah recorded his fifth career triple-double with 14 assists. Noah's 14 assists was the most ever by a Bulls center since 1986.
1987: Michael Jordan wins Defensive Player of the Year
In the 1987-88 season, Michael Jordan won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award. On April 21, 2014, Joakim Noah was awarded the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award and became the second Chicago Bull to win it after Michael Jordan.
April 1996: Last Center with 13 Assists in a game
In April 1996, Vlade Divac recorded 13 assists in a game. On February 19, 2014, Joakim Noah became the first center with 13 assists in a game since Divac in April 1996.
2004: Joakim Noah joins Florida Gators
In 2004, Joakim Noah received an athletic scholarship to play basketball for the University of Florida under coach Billy Donovan.
2004: Recruitment Ranking
In 2004, Joakim Noah was considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, listed as the No. 19 power forward and the No. 75 player in the nation.
2005: Shift to Center Position
In 2005, during his sophomore year, Joakim Noah was moved to the center position, leading the team in points and blocks.
2005: Brad Miller of Sacramento Kings achieved 10+ assists
In 2005-06 season, Brad Miller of the Sacramento Kings had multiple games of 10+ assists in a season. On February 19, 2014, Joakim Noah became the first NBA center with multiple games of 10+ assists in a season since Brad Miller in 2005-06.
April 3, 2006: NCAA Championship Victory and MOP Award
On April 3, 2006, Joakim Noah led the Florida Gators to a 73-57 victory over the UCLA Bruins in the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship Game, securing the school's first NCAA basketball championship. He was named the Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four, scoring 16 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and blocking a championship game record 6 shots.
2006: Consideration for NBA Draft and Return to Gators
By the end of the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament in 2006, Joakim Noah declared for the NBA draft, but he, along with teammates Al Horford and Corey Brewer, decided to return for their junior seasons at the University of Florida.
2006: Gators Win 2006 NCAA Tournament
Following the 2006 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament victory, the Florida Gators prepared for the next season with all five starters returning.
2006: NCAA Championship with Florida Gators
In 2006, Joakim Noah, playing for the Florida Gators, won the NCAA championship.
November 6, 2007: NBA Regular Season Debut
On November 6, 2007, Joakim Noah made his NBA regular season debut for the Chicago Bulls, scoring 2 points and grabbing 4 rebounds.
2007: Second NCAA Championship and NBA Draft
In 2007, Joakim Noah won his second consecutive NCAA championship with the Florida Gators. Later that year, he was selected by the Chicago Bulls with the ninth overall pick in the NBA draft.
2007: Second Championship with the Gators
In 2007, with Joakim Noah's contributions, the Florida Gators secured their second championship in two years.
2007: Playing for Florida Gators until 2007
Joakim Noah played for coach Billy Donovan's Florida Gators men's basketball team from 2004 to 2007.
January 2008: Suspension from the Team
In January 2008, Joakim Noah received a suspension from his Chicago Bulls teammates following a confrontation with assistant coach Ron Adams.
2008: Averaged 6.7 points and 7.6 rebounds per game
During the 2008-09 regular season, Noah averaged 6.7 points and 7.6 rebounds per game for the Chicago Bulls.
2009: Averages During 2009-10 Season
During the 2009-10 season, Joakim Noah averaged 10.7 points and 11.0 rebounds per game for the Chicago Bulls, though he played only 64 games due to injury.
2009: Key Playoff Performance
In 2009, Noah made a key play in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series against the Boston Celtics, stealing the ball and making a dunk in the third overtime, helping the Bulls win the game.
October 4, 2010: Contract Extension with the Bulls
On October 4, 2010, Joakim Noah signed a five-year, $60 million contract extension with the Chicago Bulls.
December 15, 2010: Hand Surgery
On December 15, 2010, the Chicago Bulls announced that Joakim Noah would undergo surgery for ligament damage in his hand, expected to miss 8 to 10 weeks.
2010: Founded Noah's Arc Foundation
In 2010, Joakim Noah, with his mother, founded the Noah's Arc Foundation to engage children with positive self-expression through arts and sports, focusing on at-risk youth in Chicago.
2010: Obama comments on Noah's Shooting Style
In 2010, during a pick-up basketball game at the White House, President Barack Obama jokingly criticized Joakim Noah's unconventional shooting style.
2011: Joined French Team at EuroBasket
In 2011, Joakim Noah joined the French team at EuroBasket.
February 22, 2012: First Career Triple-Double
On February 22, 2012, Joakim Noah recorded his first career triple-double with 13 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists in a game against the Milwaukee Bucks.
December 7, 2012: Career Highs in Points and Rebounds
On December 7, 2012, Joakim Noah recorded his career highs of 30 points and 23 rebounds in a win against the Detroit Pistons.
December 18, 2012: Second Triple-Double
On December 18, 2012, Joakim Noah recorded his second career triple-double, with 11 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists, in a victory over the Boston Celtics.
2012: Missed London Olympics due to injury
In 2012, Joakim Noah did not join the French Olympic team for the London Summer Olympics due to a serious ankle injury sustained during the 2012 NBA playoffs.
January 24, 2013: Named to NBA All-Star Game
On January 24, 2013, Joakim Noah was named as a reserve in the 2013 NBA All-Star Game, representing the Chicago Bulls, becoming the Bulls' first All-Star center since 1982.
February 28, 2013: Third Career Triple-Double
On February 28, 2013, Joakim Noah recorded his third career triple-double, with 23 points, 21 rebounds, and a career-high 11 blocks, in a victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
December 28, 2013: 18-Game Streak of 10+ Rebounds Begins
On December 28, 2013, Joakim Noah began an 18-game streak of recording 10 or more rebounds per game.
2013: MVP Voting Ranking
In 2013-14 campaign, Joakim Noah finished fourth in the MVP voting.
January 30, 2014: Second NBA All-Star Selection
On January 30, 2014, Joakim Noah was named a reserve in the 2014 NBA All-Star Game for the second time in his career.
February 1, 2014: End of Rebound Streak Approaching
By February 1, 2014, Joakim Noah was nearing the end of his 18-game streak of 10 or more rebounds, averaging 13.9 rebounds during that period.
February 3, 2014: Ejection and Fine
On February 3, 2014, Joakim Noah was ejected from a game against the Sacramento Kings and subsequently fined $15,000 by the NBA for verbally abusing referees.
February 11, 2014: Fourth Career Triple-Double
On February 11, 2014, Joakim Noah recorded his fourth career triple-double in a win against the Atlanta Hawks, with 19 points, 16 rebounds, and 11 assists.
February 19, 2014: 13 Assists Against Toronto Raptors
On February 19, 2014, Joakim Noah had 13 assists in a road win against the Toronto Raptors, making him the first NBA center with multiple games of 10+ assists in a season since Brad Miller in 2005-06.
March 2, 2014: Fifth Career Triple-Double
On March 2, 2014, Joakim Noah recorded his fifth career triple-double with 13 points, 12 rebounds, and 14 assists in a win over the New York Knicks.
April 9, 2014: Fourth Triple-Double of the Season
On April 9, 2014, Joakim Noah recorded his fourth triple-double of the season with 15 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists in a road win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
April 21, 2014: NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award
On April 21, 2014, Joakim Noah was awarded the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award for the first time in his career, becoming the second Chicago Bull to win the award.
June 4, 2014: All-NBA First Team Selection
On June 4, 2014, Joakim Noah was named to the 2014 All-NBA first team, recognizing his outstanding performance during the season.
2014: All-NBA First Team and Defensive Player of the Year
In 2014, Joakim Noah was named to the All-NBA First Team and was also named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year.
January 27, 2015: Season-Best Game
On January 27, 2015, Joakim Noah had a season-best game with 18 points and 15 rebounds in an overtime win over the Golden State Warriors.
2015: Injury and Surgery
In 2015, Joakim Noah suffered a slight tear within his sprained left shoulder, leading to surgery and being ruled out for four to six months.
2015: Foundation Granted Consultative Status to UN
In 2015, the Noah's Arc Foundation, as a registered United Nations non-governmental organization (NGO), was granted special consultative status to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
July 8, 2016: Signed with the New York Knicks
On July 8, 2016, Joakim Noah signed a four-year, $72 million contract with the New York Knicks. This contract was later considered a poor decision and labeled "disastrous".
February 27, 2017: Underwent Knee Arthroscopy
On February 27, 2017, Joakim Noah underwent a left knee arthroscopy to remove a loose body and was ruled out for three to four weeks.
March 25, 2017: Suspended for violating anti-drug policy
On March 25, 2017, Joakim Noah was suspended for 20 games without pay for violating the league's anti-drug policy after testing positive for LGD-4033, a selective androgen receptor modulator.
April 12, 2017: Required Surgery for Torn Rotator Cuff
On April 12, 2017, it was determined that Joakim Noah required surgery for a left torn rotator cuff, necessitating four to six months of rehabilitation.
November 27, 2017: Activated by the Knicks
On November 27, 2017, the Knicks activated Joakim Noah, marking his return to playing time since February. He played a three-minute stint against the Portland Trail Blazers, making his only shot and grabbing a rebound.
January 2018: Went into exile from the Knicks
In January 2018, Joakim Noah went into exile from the Knicks after a heated verbal altercation with coach Jeff Hornacek.
July 2018: Began dating Lais Ribeiro
In July 2018, Joakim Noah began dating Brazilian model Lais Ribeiro.
October 13, 2018: Released by the Knicks
On October 13, 2018, Joakim Noah was released by the Knicks via the stretch-provision waiver, allowing the Knicks to save cap space.
December 4, 2018: Signed with the Memphis Grizzlies
On December 4, 2018, Joakim Noah signed with the Memphis Grizzlies for the remainder of the season.
February 9, 2019: Season Highs vs Pelicans
On February 9, 2019, Joakim Noah achieved season highs of 19 points and 14 rebounds in a 99–90 win over the New Orleans Pelicans.
February 22, 2019: Recorded 22 Points vs. Clippers
On February 22, 2019, Joakim Noah recorded 22 points (with 12 free throws) and 11 rebounds in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.
September 2019: Engaged to Lais Ribeiro
In September 2019, Joakim Noah and Lais Ribeiro became engaged at Burning Man.
2019: Knicks Saved Cap Space
In 2019, the Knicks managed to save $12.6 million in cap space by releasing Joakim Noah via the stretch-provision waiver.
March 9, 2020: Signed 10-day contract with the Clippers
On March 9, 2020, Joakim Noah signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Clippers.
March 1, 2021: Retired from Professional Basketball
On March 1, 2021, Joakim Noah announced his retirement from professional basketball.
October 28, 2021: "Joakim Noah Night" hosted by the Chicago Bulls
On October 28, 2021, the Chicago Bulls hosted a "Joakim Noah Night" in honor of Joakim Noah, where he was named an ambassador for the team.
July 13, 2022: Married Lais Ribeiro
On July 13, 2022, Joakim Noah and Lais Ribeiro were married in Trancoso, Brazil.
June 2024: Philippines Visit
In June 2024, during his first Philippines visit, Joakim Noah served as a global liquor brand ambassador, conducted an NBA Jr. clinic, and played pickup basketball with young Filipino talents in Mandaluyong.
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