Kevin Love's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Kevin Love is a professional basketball player currently with the Utah Jazz. A five-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA Second Team member, he won an NBA championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016. Love also earned gold medals with the United States national team at the 2010 FIBA World Championship and the 2012 Summer Olympics. In 2011, he was named the NBA Most Improved Player and led the league in rebounding, highlighting his impactful career.

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1964: Wilt Chamberlain's Double-Double Record Start

On March 13, 2011, Kevin Love's consecutive double-double streak ended at 53 games. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, Wilt Chamberlain holds the record with 227 consecutive double-doubles from 1964 to 1967.

1967: Wilt Chamberlain's Double-Double Record End

1973: Elvin Hayes's Double-Double Streak

On March 13, 2011, Kevin Love's consecutive double-double streak ended at 53 games. It was the longest streak since the ABA–NBA merger in 1976. Love was two short of Elvin Hayes's streak of 55 consecutive double-doubles set in the 1973–74 season.

1976: ABA-NBA Merger

On March 13, 2011, Kevin Love's consecutive double-double streak ended at 53 games. It was the longest streak since the ABA–NBA merger in 1976, surpassing Malone's 51-game streak from 1979 to 1980.

1979: Moses Malone's Double-Double Streak

On March 13, 2011, Kevin Love's consecutive double-double streak ended at 53 games. It was the longest streak since the ABA–NBA merger in 1976, surpassing Malone's 51-game streak from 1979 to 1980.

1980: Moses Malone's Double-Double Streak End

On March 13, 2011, Kevin Love's consecutive double-double streak ended at 53 games. It was the longest streak since the ABA–NBA merger in 1976, surpassing Malone's 51-game streak from 1979 to 1980.

1982: Moses Malone's Statistical Season

In the 2010-11 season, Kevin Love became the first player to average at least 20 points and 15 rebounds in a season since Malone in the 1982–83 season, showcasing his dominance in both scoring and rebounding.

1982: Moses Malone's 30-30 Game

On November 12, 2010, Kevin Love recorded a "30–30" game, becoming the first player to record a 30–30 game since Moses Malone in 1982.

1984: Hakeem Olajuwon Leading Rebounding

In 2009, Kevin Love also led all first-years with 29 double-doubles. He also ranked first in the league in offensive rebound percentage, becoming the first rookie to lead the league since Hakeem Olajuwon in 1984–85.

1992: Hakeem Olajuwon's Double-Double Streak

In January 2012, Kevin Love began the season recording 15 straight double-doubles, the first player to do so since Hakeem Olajuwon in the beginning of the 1992–93 NBA season.

1996: Charles Barkley's Rebound Record

On November 12, 2010, Kevin Love became the 19th player to record a "30–30" game. His 31 rebounds were the most by a player in an NBA game since Charles Barkley recorded 33 rebounds in 1996.

2008: Pac-10 Championship and NCAA Tournament

In 2008, Kevin Love guided UCLA to the regular season Pac-10 conference championship, the conference tournament championship, and a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament, solidifying his impact in college basketball.

December 4, 2009: Return from Injury

On December 4, 2009, Kevin Love returned to play against the New Orleans Hornets after recovering from a broken hand, immediately making an impact for the struggling Timberwolves.

November 12, 2010: "30-30" Game

On November 12, 2010, Kevin Love achieved a "30-30" game against the New York Knicks, recording 31 points and a career-high 31 rebounds, setting a Timberwolves franchise record.

2010: Consecutive Double-Double Record

During the 2010–11 season, Kevin Love established the longest streak for consecutive games recording double figures in points and rebounds since the ABA–NBA merger, marking a significant achievement.

2010: Won gold medal at FIBA World Championship

In 2010, Kevin Love was a member of the United States national team that won the gold medal at the FIBA World Championship.

2010: FIBA World Championship Gold Medal

In 2010, Kevin Love was part of the United States national team that won the gold medal at the FIBA World Championship, adding an international accolade to his career.

2011: NBA Most Improved Player Award

In 2011, Kevin Love was honored with the NBA Most Improved Player Award and also led the league in rebounding, marking a standout year in his career.

2012: Summer Olympics Gold Medal

In 2012, Kevin Love secured a gold medal as part of the United States team at the Summer Olympics, further solidifying his international accomplishments.

2013: Love sets NBA record for points, rebounds and 3-pointers

In 2013–14, Kevin Love set an NBA record, becoming the first player in NBA history to record 2,000 points, 900 rebounds and 100 3-pointers in a single season.

February 22, 2014: Love Records First Career Triple Double

On February 22, 2014, Kevin Love recorded his first career triple double with 37 points, 12 rebounds, and a career-high 10 assists in a 121–104 win over the Utah Jazz.

April 2, 2014: Love Records Third Career Triple Double

On April 2, 2014, Kevin Love recorded his third career triple double with 24 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists in a 102–88 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.