History of Jordan Poole in Timeline

Jordan Poole is an American professional basketball player currently with the Washington Wizards in the NBA. He formerly played for the Golden State Warriors, where he secured an NBA Championship in 2022. Prior to his NBA career, Poole played college basketball at the University of Michigan, notably contributing to the team's Big Ten tournament victory and journey to the national championship game in 2018.

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June 19, 1999: Jordan Poole's Birth

On June 19, 1999, Jordan Anthony Poole was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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October 23, 2015: Commitment to Michigan

On October 23, 2015, Jordan Poole, a four-star recruit, committed to the Class of 2017 after a visit from Michigan's coaches.

July 1, 2016: Transfer to La Lumiere School

On July 1, 2016, Jordan Poole announced his transfer from Rufus King to La Lumiere School in Indiana for his senior year.

November 11, 2016: Signing Letter of Intent

On November 11, 2016, Jordan Poole signed his letter of intent to play college basketball for Michigan.

2016: WBCA All-State Selection

In 2016, as a junior, Jordan Poole was a WBCA All-State Boys Basketball first team selection.

2017: Dick's National High School Championship

In 2017, Jordan Poole was a member of the Dick's National High School Champion La Lumiere team, posting 13 points in the championship game.

2017: Big Ten Debut

In 2017, during Michigan's Big Ten conference season opener against Indiana, Jordan Poole scored a team- and then career-high 19 points in his Big Ten debut.

March 17, 2018: Game-Winning Shot vs. Houston

On March 17, 2018, Jordan Poole made a game-winning buzzer-beater three-point shot against Houston in the second round of the 2018 NCAA tournament, leading Michigan to the Sweet Sixteen.

November 17, 2018: Career-High 22 Points Against George Washington

On November 17, 2018, Jordan Poole scored a career-high 22 points to help Michigan defeat George Washington 84-61.

2018: Michigan Wolverines Advance to National Championship Game

In 2018, Jordan Poole was a member of the Michigan Wolverines team that won the 2018 Big Ten tournament and advanced to that season's national championship game.

April 9, 2019: Declared for the NBA Draft

On April 9, 2019, Jordan Poole declared for the 2019 NBA draft, intending to hire agents.

June 20, 2019: Drafted by Golden State Warriors

On June 20, 2019, Jordan Poole was drafted 28th overall in the first round of the 2019 NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors.

December 2019: Assigned to Santa Cruz Warriors

In December 2019, Jordan Poole was assigned to the Santa Cruz Warriors of the NBA G-League.

2019: Drafted by Golden State Warriors

In 2019, Jordan Poole, nicknamed "Poole Party", was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the NBA draft.

2019: First Member of 2019 NBA Draft Class to Reach 900

On January 18, 2025, Jordan Poole became the first member of the 2019 NBA draft class to reach 900 career three pointers.

2020: Klay Thompson Misses Season

During the 2020-21 NBA season, Klay Thompson missed the entire season for the Warriors.

2020: Return to Golden State Warriors

In January 2020, Jordan Poole returned to the Golden State Warriors lineup.

March 4, 2021: Career-High 26 Points vs. Phoenix Suns

On March 4, 2021, Jordan Poole set a then career-high 26 points in a game against the Phoenix Suns.

November 21, 2021: 33 Points Against Toronto Raptors

On November 21, 2021, Jordan Poole scored 33 points with a career-high eight three-pointers in a win against the Toronto Raptors.

2021: Integral Part of Warriors Rotation

Starting in 2021, Jordan Poole became an integral part of the Golden State Warriors rotation.

January 2022: Shift to Point Guard Role

In January 2022, with Klay Thompson's return, Jordan Poole began playing point guard in a three-guard system for the Warriors.

October 5, 2022: Altercation with Draymond Green

On October 5, 2022, during a team practice, Jordan Poole had an altercation with teammate Draymond Green, resulting in Green striking Poole.

October 15, 2022: Contract Extension with Warriors

On October 15, 2022, Jordan Poole signed a four-year contract extension with the Warriors worth $123 million and $17 million in incentives.

January 25, 2023: Game-Winning Layup Against Grizzlies

On January 25, 2023, Jordan Poole scored 21 points and made a game-winning layup in a 122-120 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

July 6, 2023: Traded to Washington Wizards

On July 6, 2023, Jordan Poole was traded by the Warriors to the Washington Wizards along with Patrick Baldwin Jr., Ryan Rollins and draft picks in exchange for Chris Paul.

March 27, 2024: High of 38 Points for Wizards

For the 2023-24 season, on March 27, 2024, Jordan Poole scored a high of 38 points against the Brooklyn Nets for the Wizards.

November 14, 2024: First 40+-Point Night as a Wizard

On November 14, 2024, Jordan Poole had his first 40+-point night as a Wizard, scoring 42 against San Antonio.

January 18, 2025: Second Appearance at Chase Center

On January 18, 2025, Jordan Poole made his second appearance at the Chase Center, the home court of the Warriors, as a visiting player since the trade.