Career Timeline of Kris Humphries: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Kris Humphries built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Kris Humphries is a retired American professional basketball player who played power forward in the NBA from 2004 to 2016. He played for several teams, including the Utah Jazz, Toronto Raptors, Dallas Mavericks, New Jersey/Brooklyn Nets, Boston Celtics, Washington Wizards, Phoenix Suns, and Atlanta Hawks. Humphries also played college basketball at the University of Minnesota and represented the United States men's national basketball team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2002: Led Hopkins High School to State Championship

In 2002, Kris Humphries led Hopkins High School to a 25-2 record and its first Minnesota state championship in 49 years.

2002: U.S. Junior World Championship Qualifying Tournament Team

In 2002, Kris Humphries was on the U.S. Junior World Championship Qualifying Tournament Team with Chris Bosh. The team finished with a 4–1 record and the bronze medal.

2003: FIBA Junior World Championship

In 2003, Kris Humphries qualified for a berth in the FIBA Junior World Championship.

2003: Ranked as a Top Recruit

In 2003, Kris Humphries was considered a five-star recruit by Rivals.com, listed as the No. 2 power forward and the No. 15 player in the nation.

February 18, 2004: Set School Record Against Indiana

On February 18, 2004, Kris Humphries set a school record with 36 points in a game against Indiana while playing for Minnesota.

2004: Started NBA Career

In 2004, Kris Humphries began his NBA career, playing for the Utah Jazz.

2004: Drafted by the Utah Jazz

In 2004, Kris Humphries was drafted by the Utah Jazz with the 14th overall selection, marking the start of his NBA career.

June 8, 2006: Traded to the Toronto Raptors

On June 8, 2006, Kris Humphries was traded to the Toronto Raptors along with Robert Whaley in exchange for Rafael Araújo.

March 28, 2007: Offensive Rebounds Against the Miami Heat

On March 28, 2007, Kris Humphries grabbed a game-high and career-high of seven offensive rebounds in 27 minutes against the Miami Heat while playing for the Toronto Raptors.

April 13, 2007: Game and Career-High Rebounds Against the Detroit Pistons

On April 13, 2007, Kris Humphries achieved game and career-highs with nine offensive and 18 total rebounds in a win against the Detroit Pistons while playing for the Toronto Raptors.

July 9, 2009: Traded to the Dallas Mavericks

On July 9, 2009, Kris Humphries, Shawn Marion, and Nathan Jawai were traded to the Dallas Mavericks as part of a four-team deal.

January 11, 2010: Traded to the New Jersey Nets

On January 11, 2010, the Mavericks traded Kris Humphries along with Shawne Williams to the New Jersey Nets in order to re-acquire Eduardo Nájera.

January 27, 2010: Career-High Points Against the Los Angeles Clippers

On January 27, 2010, Kris Humphries scored a career-high 25 points against the Los Angeles Clippers while playing for the New Jersey Nets.

December 21, 2011: Signed with the New Jersey Nets

On December 21, 2011, Kris Humphries signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the New Jersey Nets.

2011: Breakout Season

In 2011, Kris Humphries had a breakout season, averaging a double-double in points and rebounds, marking a significant milestone in his NBA career.

July 17, 2012: Signed with the Brooklyn Nets

On July 17, 2012, Kris Humphries signed a two-year, $24 million contract with the Nets, who had relocated to Brooklyn.

June 27, 2013: Trade Agreement with the Boston Celtics

On June 27, 2013, ESPN.com reported that the Nets and Boston Celtics had worked out a trade that would send Kris Humphries and four other players (Keith Bogans, MarShon Brooks, Kris Joseph, and Gerald Wallace) as well as three future first-round draft picks to Boston in exchange for Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Jason Terry as well as D. J. White.

July 12, 2013: Completed Trade to the Boston Celtics

On July 12, 2013, the trade sending Kris Humphries to the Boston Celtics was finalized.

July 19, 2014: Acquired by the Washington Wizards

On July 19, 2014, Kris Humphries was acquired by the Washington Wizards in a sign-and-trade deal with the Boston Celtics.

November 14, 2015: Scored Season High of 23 Points

On November 14, 2015, Kris Humphries scored a game-high 23 points, including making 5-of-8 three-pointers, helping the Wizards defeat the Orlando Magic 108–99.