History of Kyle Singler in Timeline

Kyle Singler is a retired American professional basketball player. He played college basketball for Duke University, where he was a four-year starter and a key player in their 2010 NCAA championship victory, earning the Most Outstanding Player award. Singler was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in the second round of the 2011 NBA draft. His professional career lasted from 2011 to 2019.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 4, 1988: Kyle Singler's Birth

On May 4, 1988, Kyle Edward Singler, an American former professional basketball player, was born.

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2001: Historical Comparison

In 2001, Jason Williams, Carlos Boozer, and Mike Dunleavy Jr. first accomplished that feat for Duke, for the 2001 national championship team.

October 2006: Signing with Duke University

In October 2006, Kyle Singler signed a letter of intent to play college basketball at Duke University.

2006: The Les Schwab Invitational & U18 USA Junior National Team

In 2006, Kyle Singler played against Brandon Jennings in The Les Schwab Invitational championship game and was named to the 2006 U18 USA Junior National team.

2007: State Basketball Championship

In 2007, Kyle Singler led South Medford to its first-ever state basketball championship, winning 58–54 over Lake Oswego.

2007: Freshman season at Duke

In 2007, Kyle Singler started at power forward as a freshman for Duke, beginning his college basketball career.

2008: Decision to remain at Duke

In 2008, Kyle Singler decided to remain at Duke, putting to rest any speculation that he might enter the NBA draft.

2008: Feature in Gunnin' for That#1 Spot documentary

In 2008, Kyle Singler was one of eight players featured in Gunnin' for That#1 Spot, a documentary directed by Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys which was filmed in 2006.

January 2009: Career-high Rebounds

In January 2009, Kyle Singler achieved a career-high of 16 rebounds against Georgetown in a game that Duke won 76-67.

February 2010: Career-high Points and Free Throws

In February 2010, Kyle Singler scored a career-high 30 points against Georgia Tech and hit a career-high 14 free throws in the ACC Tournament Final.

March 28, 2010: Elite Eight Victory

On March 28, 2010, in an Elite Eight NCAA game, Kyle Singler, along with Jon Scheyer and Nolan Smith, became the second trio in Duke history to score at least 600 points each in the same season, as Duke beat Baylor and advanced to the Final Four.

November 27, 2010: Career-High Points Tied

On November 27, 2010, Kyle Singler tied his career-high of 30 points against his brother E. J. Singler and the Oregon Ducks.

2010: NCAA Championship

In 2010, Kyle Singler was instrumental in Duke's NCAA championship run and was named the NCAA Tournament's Most Outstanding Player.

August 23, 2011: Signing with CB Lucentum Alicante

On August 23, 2011, Kyle Singler signed with CB Lucentum Alicante of the Liga ACB, including an NBA out-clause, showing the start of his professional career.

November 30, 2011: Joining Real Madrid

On November 30, 2011, Kyle Singler joined Real Madrid after a transfer fee agreement between the clubs.

2011: End of Collegiate Career

In 2011, the Blue Devils were eliminated in the Sweet 16 in the tournament against the Arizona Wildcats and Kyle Singler's collegiate career came to an end.

2011: NBA Draft

In 2011, the Detroit Pistons selected Kyle Singler in the second round of the NBA draft with the 33rd overall pick, marking a significant milestone in his career.

July 11, 2012: Signing with the Detroit Pistons

On July 11, 2012, Kyle Singler signed with the Detroit Pistons, starting his NBA career.

2012: Spanish King's Cup win

In 2012, Kyle Singler helped Real Madrid defeat Barcelona to win the Spanish King's Cup.

November 22, 2013: Career-High Scoring Game

On November 22, 2013, Kyle Singler scored a career-high 22 points in a game against the Atlanta Hawks.

February 19, 2015: Trade to Oklahoma City Thunder

On February 19, 2015, Kyle Singler was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a three-team deal that also involved the Utah Jazz.

July 9, 2015: Re-signing with the Thunder

On July 9, 2015, Kyle Singler re-signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder, continuing his NBA career.

April 9, 2017: Game During Westbrook's Record-Breaking Performance

On April 9, 2017, Kyle Singler scored 8 points and contributed in various ways during Russell Westbrook's record-breaking 50-point triple-double game where Westbrook became the NBA's all-time leader in single season triple-doubles.