History of Kris Dunn in Timeline

Kris Dunn is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA. Dunn played college basketball at Providence College for four years before being drafted fifth overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2016 NBA draft. After his rookie season with the Timberwolves, he was traded to the Chicago Bulls. He later signed with the Atlanta Hawks, but his time was cut short due to an ankle injury requiring surgery.

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March 18, 1994: Kris Dunn's Birth

On March 18, 1994, Kristofer Michael Dunn was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2010: Junior Year Statistics

During his junior year in 2010–11, Dunn averaged 26.5 points, 10 rebounds, 5 steals and 5 assists per game.

August 2011: Intention to Attend Providence College

In August 2011, Dunn announced his intention to attend Providence College.

2011: Connecticut Class L State Championship Victory

During his junior year in 2010-11, Dunn led the New London Whalers to a 27-0 record and a victory in the Connecticut Class L State Championship against Northwest Catholic High School.

June 2012: Labrum Tear and Shoulder Surgery

In June 2012, Dunn tore his labrum and underwent shoulder surgery immediately.

2012: Semifinal Round of the 2012 Connecticut Class LL State Championships

In his senior year 2011–12, Kris Dunn led New London High School to the semifinal round of the 2012 Connecticut Class LL State Championships where they were defeated by St. Josephs High School.

December 11, 2013: Shoulder Surgery Announcement

On December 11, 2013, it was announced that Dunn would undergo shoulder surgery and miss the rest of his sophomore season after playing four games.

2014: Return From Injury

In the 2014–15 season, Dunn returned from injury to earn the Big East Player of the Year and the Defensive Player of the Year awards.

2015: Big East Player and Defensive Player of the Year

In the 2014–15 season, Dunn earned the Big East Player of the Year and the Defensive Player of the Year awards.

January 4, 2016: Big East Player of the Week

On January 4, 2016, Dunn was named Big East Player of the Week after scoring 26 points in a win against St. John's and a 26-point outing in a victory over ninth-ranked Butler.

February 1, 2016: Finalist for Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year Award

On February 1, 2016, Kris Dunn was named one of 10 finalists for the Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year Award.

June 23, 2016: Selected by Minnesota Timberwolves

On June 23, 2016, Kris Dunn was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves with the fifth overall pick in the 2016 NBA draft.

2016: Entering NBA Draft

In 2016, Dunn announced his intention to skip his final season of eligibility and enter the 2016 NBA draft. Dunn also graduated from Providence and received his college degree.

2016: Drafted by Minnesota Timberwolves

In 2016, Kris Dunn was drafted with the fifth overall pick in the NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves.

June 22, 2017: Traded to the Chicago Bulls

On June 22, 2017, Dunn was traded to the Chicago Bulls.

November 17, 2017: Career-High 22 Points

On November 17, 2017, Dunn scored a career-high 22 points in a 123–120 win over the Charlotte Hornets.

December 9, 2017: Game-Winning Free Throws Against Knicks

On December 9, 2017, Dunn had 17 points, nine assists and seven rebounds and made two free throws with 2.9 seconds left to lift the Bulls to a 104–102 victory over the New York Knicks.

December 26, 2017: 20 Points and 12 Assists Against Bucks

On December 26, 2017, Kris Dunn recorded 20 points and 12 assists in 33 minutes in a 115–106 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. He also had four steals and two blocks against the Bucks; Dunn joined Michael Jordan as the only Bulls player with at least 20 points, 12 assists, four steals and two blocks in a game.

2017: Traded to Chicago Bulls

In 2017, Kris Dunn was traded to the Chicago Bulls.

January 5, 2018: Career-High 32 Points

On January 5, 2018, Dunn scored a career-high 32 points in a 127–124 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

February 14, 2018: Return After Concussion

On February 14, 2018, Dunn had eight points and three assists in 20 minutes against the Toronto Raptors after missing 11 games because of a concussion.