History of Kobe Bufkin in Timeline

Kobe Bufkin is an American professional basketball player currently with the Los Angeles Lakers. A McDonald's All-American in high school, he played college basketball for the Michigan Wolverines, achieving third-team All-Big Ten honors in 2023. Bufkin was initially drafted 15th overall in the 2023 NBA draft by the Atlanta Hawks and played for them for two seasons before joining the Lakers.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 27, 2019: Scored 35 in season-ending loss

On February 27, 2019, Kobe Bufkin scored 35 points in a 71–63 Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) district semifinal season-ending loss to Catholic Central High School of Grand Rapids.

February 15, 2020: Attended Michigan State game

On February 15, 2020, Kobe Bufkin, along with other elite recruits, attended the Michigan State vs. Maryland game at the Breslin Student Events Center, where they celebrated the 20th anniversary of the 1999-2000 Michigan State Spartans national championship season.

November 11, 2020: Signed with Michigan

On November 11, 2020, Kobe Bufkin officially signed with the University of Michigan. At the time of his signing, he was ranked as the 63rd member of the class of 2021.

February 20, 2021: Fractured left wrist

On February 20, 2021, Kobe Bufkin fractured his left wrist, causing him to miss most of his senior season, which had already been delayed and shortened due to COVID-19.

July 3, 2023: Signed with the Atlanta Hawks

On July 3, 2023, Kobe Bufkin officially signed a rookie-scale contract with the Atlanta Hawks.

January 29, 2024: Posted 43 points for the Skyhawks

On January 29, 2024, Kobe Bufkin scored 43 points for the College Park Skyhawks, the NBA G-League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks.

January 13, 2026: Signs with the Los Angeles Lakers

On January 13, 2026, Kobe Bufkin signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Lakers after averaging 25.2 points for South Bay.

February 8, 2026: Signs two-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers

On February 8, 2026, Kobe Bufkin, the leading scorer in the G League, signed a standard two-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers following trade deadline roster moves.