History of Joe Ingles in Timeline

Joe Ingles is an Australian professional basketball player for the Orlando Magic. Known for his three-point shooting, he holds the record for most three-pointers made for the Utah Jazz. He primarily plays as a small forward and also represents the Australian national team.

October 1987: Birth of Joe Ingles

Joe Ingles was born in October 1987 in Happy Valley, a suburb of Adelaide, Australia.

2005: Ingles Begins AIS Journey

Joe Ingles began his time at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra, playing alongside future Boomers teammates Brad Newley and Patty Mills.

March 2006: Ingles Signs with South Dragons

On March 17, 2006, Joe Ingles signed a multi-year contract with the South Dragons of the National Basketball League (NBL), marking the beginning of his professional career.

2006: Ingles Chooses Melbourne over Adelaide

Despite his childhood dream to play for the Adelaide 36ers, Joe Ingles opted to sign with a different team in 2006. He received a contract offer from the 36ers that was significantly below the minimum salary and had his name misspelled. Disappointed by this, he decided to pursue opportunities elsewhere, ultimately joining a team in Melbourne.

2006: Ingles Plays in SEABL

Joe Ingles played for the AIS basketball team in the South East Australian Basketball League (SEABL) from 2005 to 2006.

2007: Ingles' Second Season with the Dragons

Joe Ingles played his second season with the South Dragons in 2007-2008, averaging 15.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game.

2008: Ingles Wins NBL Championship

Joe Ingles played a crucial role in the South Dragons' successful 2008-2009 season. The team secured the minor premiership, and Ingles earned a spot on the All-NBL Third Team. They went on to win their first NBL championship, defeating the Melbourne Tigers in the grand final series.

2008: Ingles Makes Olympic Debut at Beijing Games

Joe Ingles represented Australia at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, marking his first appearance on the Olympic stage.

July 2009: Ingles Joins CB Granada

Joe Ingles signed with the Spanish club CB Granada in July 2009, beginning his journey in the Liga ACB.

2009: Ingles' Impressive Three-Point Percentage

In the 2016-2017 season, Joe Ingles achieved the highest three-point percentage (.441) for the Utah Jazz since Kyle Korver's NBA record-breaking .536 in the 2009-2010 season.

November 2010: Ingles Transfers to FC Barcelona

In November 2010, Joe Ingles made a move from CB Granada to FC Barcelona, signing a three-year deal with the renowned club.

2010: Ingles Represents Australia at FIBA World Championship

Joe Ingles showcased his skills on the international stage, representing Australia at the 2010 FIBA World Championship.

2012: Ingles Shines for Australia at London Olympics

Joe Ingles played a pivotal role for the Australian national team at the 2012 London Olympics, establishing himself as a key player and the team's second-highest scorer.

2012: Ingles Breaks Jazz 3-Pointer Record

Joe Ingles surpassed Randy Foye's Utah Jazz franchise record of 178 three-pointers made in a single season (set in 2012-13) during the 2017-18 season.

June 2013: Ingles Parts Ways with Barcelona

Joe Ingles decided to leave FC Barcelona in June 2013, choosing not to renew his contract for the upcoming season.

July 2013: Ingles Joins Maccabi Tel Aviv

On July 24, 2013, Joe Ingles signed a contract with Maccabi Tel Aviv, an Israeli basketball team.

October 2014: Ingles Joins Utah Jazz

Joe Ingles was acquired by the Utah Jazz on October 27, 2014, marking his entry into the NBA. He made his NBA debut two days later against the Houston Rockets.

2014: Ingles Contributes to Australia's FIBA World Cup Campaign

Joe Ingles continued to be a valuable asset for the Australian national team, demonstrating his skills and contributing to their campaign at the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup.

March 2015: Ingles Becomes a Starter for the Jazz

Joe Ingles was given a starting role with the Utah Jazz in March 2015. On March 23rd, he achieved a season-high score of 18 points in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

July 2015: Ingles Re-signs with Jazz

Joe Ingles, on July 10, 2015, decided to continue his journey with the Utah Jazz, signing a multi-year contract with the team.

December 2015: Ingles' Season High Against the Clippers

Joe Ingles had a season-high score of 14 points for the Utah Jazz against the Los Angeles Clippers on December 26, 2015.

December 2015: Ingles' Consecutive Games Played Streak Begins

Joe Ingles' streak of 418 consecutive games played began in December 2015, marking the start of an impressive run of consistent availability and durability.

March 2016: Ingles Achieves Career-High Steals

Joe Ingles set a career-high record by stealing the ball six times in a game against the Phoenix Suns on March 17, 2016, contributing to the Jazz's 103-69 victory.

November 2016: Ingles Scores Career-High 20 Points

Joe Ingles achieved a career-high score of 20 points in a game against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 14, 2016, despite the Jazz's loss.

December 2016: Ingles Sets New Career-High with 21 Points

Joe Ingles surpassed his previous career-high score on December 8, 2016, scoring 21 points and hitting a personal best of five 3-pointers in a game against the Golden State Warriors.

2016: Ingles Becomes a Father to Twins

Joe Ingles and his wife Renae welcomed twins, a boy and a girl, in 2016, expanding their family and marking a joyous occasion in their lives.

April 2017: Ingles Dishes Career-High Assists

Joe Ingles had a career-high 11 assists in Game 4 of the first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers on April 23, 2017, leading the Jazz to a 105-98 victory. This win tied the series at 2-2.

July 2017: Ingles Extends Contract with Jazz

Joe Ingles signed another multi-year contract with the Utah Jazz on July 25, 2017.

January 2018: Ingles Returns to Starting Lineup

After starting the season coming off the bench, Joe Ingles returned to the Utah Jazz's starting lineup on January 19, 2018, against the New York Knicks.

February 2018: Ingles' Consistent Scoring Streak

Joe Ingles showed impressive scoring consistency in February 2018, hitting the 20-point mark multiple times. He set a new career-high with 23 points against the Charlotte Hornets and followed that with a 24-point performance against the Portland Trail Blazers.

March 2018: Ingles Achieves First Career Double-Double

Joe Ingles recorded his first NBA career double-double with 11 points and 10 assists in a game against the Indiana Pacers on March 7, 2018.

April 2018: Ingles Sets Franchise Record for 3-Pointers

Joe Ingles became the first Utah Jazz player to make 200 3-pointers in a single season, achieving this milestone on April 5, 2018, in a game against the Los Angeles Clippers.

October 2018: Ingles Scores Career-High 27 Points in Loss to Warriors

On October 2018, Joe Ingles tied his career-high with 27 points, including seven 3-pointers, during a close loss against the Golden State Warriors.

February 2019: Ingles Dishes Out Career-High 11 Assists in Win Over Suns

During a game against the Phoenix Suns in February 2019, Joe Ingles achieved a new career-high by providing 11 assists, contributing to a resounding victory for the Utah Jazz.

October 2019: Ingles Signs Contract Extension with Jazz

In October 2019, Joe Ingles secured a one-year contract extension worth $14 million with the Utah Jazz, extending his commitment to the team through the 2021-22 season.

2020: Ingles Wins Olympic Bronze with Australia

Joe Ingles was part of the Australian national basketball team that won the bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

2020: Ingles Wins Bronze with Australia at Tokyo Olympics

Joe Ingles was part of the Australian national team that made history by winning the bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, marking a significant achievement for Australian basketball.

January 2021: Ingles' Consecutive Games Played Streak Ends

In January 2021, Joe Ingles' impressive streak of 418 consecutive games played came to an end due to an Achilles injury. This streak, which began in December 2015, was the longest active streak in the NBA at the time.

January 2022: Ingles Suffers Season-Ending Knee Injury

Joe Ingles suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in January 2022. This unfortunate injury sidelined him for the remainder of the season.

February 2022: Ingles Traded to Portland Trail Blazers

In February 2022, Joe Ingles was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of a three-team trade. However, due to his ongoing recovery from a knee injury, he did not get to play for the team.

July 2022: Ingles Signs With Milwaukee Bucks

Joe Ingles joined the Milwaukee Bucks in July 2022, signing a one-year contract worth $6.5 million. This move marked his return to the NBA after recovering from a knee injury.