History of Kevin Huerter in Timeline

Kevin Huerter, nicknamed "Red Velvet," is an American professional basketball player currently with the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. Prior to his NBA career, Huerter played college basketball for the Maryland Terrapins.

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August 27, 1998: Kevin Huerter's Birth

On August 27, 1998, Kevin Joseph Huerter was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2013: Babe Ruth League World Series

In 2013, Kevin Huerter's Babe Ruth League team, coached by his father, finished third at the 14U World Series.

September 7, 2015: College Commitment to Maryland

On September 7, 2015, Kevin Huerter committed to play college basketball for the Maryland Terrapins, choosing them over 20 other offers.

2015: Eastern Conference Finals Appearance

In a game in 2015, Kevin Huerter led the Hawks to their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance since 2015.

2016: Recruitment Ranking

By 2016, Huerter was considered a four-star recruit, ranked No. 50 overall and No. 11 as a shooting guard in the high school class.

2016: State Championship Win

In 2016, Kevin Huerter led Shenendehowa High School to its second state championship and also won the Class AA state championship in baseball with Ian Anderson.

2017: FIBA Under-19 World Cup

In 2017, Kevin Huerter was selected to the United States team for the 2017 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup, where the team finished third.

May 30, 2018: NBA Draft Declaration

On May 30, 2018, Kevin Huerter opted to hire an agent and remain in the NBA draft, forgoing his final two years of college eligibility.

June 21, 2018: Drafted by Atlanta Hawks

On June 21, 2018, Kevin Huerter was selected with the nineteenth overall pick by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2018 NBA draft.

July 1, 2018: Signing with the Hawks

On July 1, 2018, Kevin Huerter officially signed with the Atlanta Hawks.

December 31, 2018: First 20-Point Game

On December 31, 2018, Kevin Huerter had his first 20-point game against the Indiana Pacers, scoring 22 points in a 116–108 loss.

January 11, 2019: Season-High 29 Points

On January 11, 2019, Kevin Huerter scored a season-high 29 points against the Philadelphia 76ers in a 123–121 victory.

October 18, 2021: Contract Extension with Hawks

On October 18, 2021, Kevin Huerter signed a four-year, $65 million rookie contract extension with the Hawks.

July 6, 2022: Trade to Sacramento Kings

On July 6, 2022, Kevin Huerter was traded to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Maurice Harkless, Justin Holiday, and a future first-round pick.

January 18, 2024: Career-High 31 Points

On January 18, 2024, Kevin Huerter scored a career–high 31 points in a game against the Indiana Pacers.

February 3, 2025: Trade to Chicago Bulls

On February 3, 2025, Kevin Huerter was traded to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Zach LaVine and a 2028 second-round pick.

2028: Future Draft Pick

In a trade on February 3, 2025, Kevin Huerter was traded to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Zach LaVine and a 2028 second-round pick.

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