Joakim Noah's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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: 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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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).