Career Timeline of Khris Middleton: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Khris Middleton built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Khris Middleton is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Washington Wizards in the NBA. A three-time NBA All-Star, Middleton achieved significant success with the Milwaukee Bucks, winning an NBA championship. His accomplishments also include winning a gold medal with Team USA at the 2021 Summer Olympics, highlighting his impact on both the professional and international basketball stages.

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1971: Bucks First NBA championship since 1971

In 2021, Khris Middleton helped lead the Bucks to their first NBA championship since 1971.

1974: Bucks Reach NBA Finals for First Time Since 1974

Khris Middleton led the Bucks to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1974.

May 30, 2008: Signs with Texas A&M

On May 30, 2008, Khris Middleton signed with Texas A&M.

December 11, 2009: Increased Role After Injury

On December 11, 2009, after a season-ending leg injury to Derrick Roland, Khris Middleton was forced to take a larger role in the offense for Texas A&M.

2009: College Basketball Career Begins

In 2009, Khris Middleton began playing college basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies.

2010: Sophomore Season at Texas A&M

In 2010, Khris Middleton led the team and finished ninth in the Big 12 in scoring at 14.3 points per game as a sophomore.

April 9, 2012: Declares for NBA Draft

On April 9, 2012, Khris Middleton declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his final season of collegiate eligibility.

August 15, 2012: Signs Rookie Contract with Pistons

On August 15, 2012, Khris Middleton signed his rookie-scale contract with the Detroit Pistons.

December 12, 2012: Assignment to Fort Wayne Mad Ants

On December 12, 2012, Khris Middleton was assigned to the Fort Wayne Mad Ants of the NBA Development League.

2012: NBA Draft and Pistons Selection

In 2012, Khris Middleton declared for the NBA draft and was selected by the Detroit Pistons with the 39th overall pick.

2012: End of College Basketball Career

In 2012, Khris Middleton ended playing college basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies.

July 31, 2013: Trade to Milwaukee Bucks

On July 31, 2013, Khris Middleton was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

December 6, 2013: Career-High Scoring Game

On December 6, 2013, Khris Middleton scored a then-career-high 29 points in a 109–105 win over the Washington Wizards.

2013: Trade to the Milwaukee Bucks

In 2013, Khris Middleton was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks and became an immediate contributor to the team.

December 15, 2014: Game-Winning Buzzer Beater

On December 15, 2014, Khris Middleton hit a contested game-winning buzzer beater to defeat the Phoenix Suns, finishing with 14 points.

March 7, 2015: Career-High Scoring Game

On March 7, 2015, Khris Middleton scored a then-career-high 30 points on 11-of-20 shooting in a 91–85 win over the Washington Wizards.

July 7, 2015: Column in The Players' Tribune about Charleston church shooting

On July 7, 2015, Khris Middleton published a column in The Players' Tribune addressing the Charleston church shooting. He conveyed the profound impact of the event, noting his upbringing in Charleston and his grandmother's personal connection to four of the nine victims.

July 9, 2015: Re-signs with the Bucks

On July 9, 2015, Khris Middleton re-signed with the Milwaukee Bucks to a five-year, $70 million contract.

December 29, 2015: Career-High Scoring Game

On December 29, 2015, Khris Middleton scored a career-high 36 points in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

March 4, 2016: 32 Points Against the Minnesota Timberwolves

On March 4, 2016, Khris Middleton scored 32 points, including 8 three-pointers, in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

April 10, 2016: Middleton Ties Career High

On April 10, 2016, Khris Middleton tied his career high of 36 points in a 109–108 overtime win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

February 8, 2017: Season Debut After Injury

On February 8, 2017, Khris Middleton made his season debut after missing the first 50 games with a hamstring injury, scoring five points in 15 minutes.

March 17, 2017: 30 points against Los Angeles Lakers

On March 17, 2017, Khris Middleton scored 14 of his season-high 30 points in the fourth quarter of the Bucks' 107–103 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

November 1, 2017: Career-High Scoring Game

On November 1, 2017, Khris Middleton scored a then-career-high 43 points in a 126–121 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.

November 22, 2017: 40 Points Against Phoenix Suns

On November 22, 2017, Khris Middleton scored 40 points in a 113–107 overtime win over the Phoenix Suns.

January 20, 2018: First Career Triple-Double

On January 20, 2018, Khris Middleton had his first career triple-double with 23 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

October 22, 2018: 30 Points Against the New York Knicks

On October 22, 2018, Khris Middleton hit 7 of 8 three-pointers and finished with 30 points in a 124–113 win over the New York Knicks.

2018: Signs Contract Extension with Milwaukee

Following the 2018-19 season, Khris Middleton signed a five-year, $178 million contract extension with Milwaukee.

January 31, 2019: First All-Star Selection

On January 31, 2019, Khris Middleton was named an Eastern Conference All-Star reserve, earning his first All-Star selection.

February 21, 2019: Season-High 13 Rebounds

On February 21, 2019, Khris Middleton had 15 points and a season-high 13 rebounds in a 98–97 win over the Celtics.

2019: First All-Star Selection

In 2019, Khris Middleton received his first NBA All-Star selection.

January 28, 2020: New Career High - 51 Points

On January 28, 2020, Khris Middleton set a new career high, scoring 51 points, making 16-of-26 shots in a 151–131 victory over the Washington Wizards.

January 30, 2020: Second Consecutive All-Star Selection

On January 30, 2020, Khris Middleton was named an Eastern Conference All-Star reserve, earning his second consecutive All-Star selection.

March 13, 2020: Donation to Fiserv Forum Staff

On March 13, 2020, Khris Middleton pledged to match Giannis Antetokounmpo's $100,000 donation to the staff of the Fiserv Forum who were unable to work during the suspension of the 2019–20 NBA season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 8, 2021: Joining Brisbane Bullets Ownership Group

On April 8, 2021, Khris Middleton was announced to be joining the ownership group of the Brisbane Bullets, a professional basketball team in Australia.

2021: NBA Championship and Olympic Gold Medal

In 2021, Khris Middleton won an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks and a gold medal with Team USA at the Summer Olympics.

2021: Start of 2021-22 NBA Season

In the first game of the 2021–22 NBA season, Khris Middleton scored 20 points and recorded 9 rebounds in a 127–104 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

January 22, 2022: Season-High Points Against Sacramento Kings

On January 22, 2022, Khris Middleton led the Bucks to a 133–127 win over the Sacramento Kings with a then-season-high 34 points.

December 3, 2022: Return from Wrist Surgery

On December 3, 2022, Khris Middleton returned to play after recovering from off-season wrist surgery, having missed the first twenty games of the 2022–23 season. He scored 17 points and had 7 assists in a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

February 4, 2023: 24 Points in 20 Minutes

On February 4, 2023, Khris Middleton scored 24 points, with seven rebounds and four assists in just 20 minutes off the bench, contributing to a 123–115 win over the Miami Heat.

July 6, 2023: Re-signing with the Bucks

On July 6, 2023, Khris Middleton re-signed with the Milwaukee Bucks for a three-year, $102 million contract.

January 22, 2024: Passing Glenn Robinson in all-time scoring

On January 22, 2024, Khris Middleton scored 26 points in a win against the Detroit Pistons, surpassing Glenn Robinson to become the third-highest all-time scorer in Bucks franchise history.

December 6, 2024: Season Debut After Surgeries

On December 6, 2024, Khris Middleton made his season debut against the Boston Celtics after recovering from offseason arthroscopic surgeries on both ankles.