History of Luguentz Dort in Timeline

Luguentz Dort is a Canadian professional basketball player currently playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA. He's recognized for his strong defensive skills, earning him the nickname "the Dorture Chamber." Dort played college basketball at Arizona State. He is known to meticulously study top NBA scorers, keeping notes on them in a file on his phone, reflecting his dedication to defense.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 2015: Played for Canada at Adidas Nations tournament

In July 2015, Luguentz Dort competed for Canada at the adidas Nations tournament, averaging 9.2 points and 4 rebounds through 4 games.

August 2016: Led Canada to second place at Adidas Nations and named MVP at Nike Americas Team Camp

In August 2016, Luguentz Dort averaged 11.3 points through 6 games to lead Canada to second place at adidas Nations. Later in the month, he was invited to the Nike Americas Team Camp, where he was named most valuable player (MVP) of the All-Star game.

October 18, 2017: Committed to play for Arizona State

On October 18, 2017, Luguentz Dort committed to play college basketball for Arizona State.

April 2018: Reclaimed team MVP accolades at the BioSteel All-Canadian Game

In April 2018, Luguentz Dort reclaimed team MVP accolades at the BioSteel All-Canadian Game after recording 34 points and 8 rebounds.

November 6, 2018: Made debut for Arizona State

On November 6, 2018, Luguentz Dort debuted for Arizona State, tallying 28 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 steals in a 102–94 win over Cal State Fullerton in double-overtime. He broke the school record for freshman debut points.

December 6, 2019: Made NBA debut with the Oklahoma City Thunder

On December 6, 2019, Luguentz Dort made his NBA debut, playing 7 minutes and grabbing one rebound in an overtime win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

January 29, 2020: Scored a career-high 23 points

On January 29, 2020, Luguentz Dort scored a then career-high 23 points with two rebounds, a steal and a block in a 120–100 win over the Sacramento Kings.

June 24, 2020: Re-signed with the Thunder

On June 24, 2020, the Thunder announced that they had re-signed Luguentz Dort to a 4-year, $5.4 million contract.

April 13, 2021: Scored a career-high 42 points

On April 13, 2021, Luguentz Dort scored a career-high 42 points in a 106–96 loss to the Utah Jazz, making seven 3-pointers in the process, also a career-high.

February 2, 2022: Scored a season-high 30 points against the Mavericks

On February 2, 2022, Luguentz Dort scored a season-high 30 points, including 14 straight points for the Thunder to end the game, in a 120–114 overtime win against the Dallas Mavericks.

May 24, 2022: Agreed to play with the Canadian senior men's national team

On May 24, 2022, Luguentz Dort agreed to a three-year commitment to play with the Canadian senior men's national team.

July 6, 2022: Re-signed with the Thunder on a five-year contract

On July 6, 2022, after he had his team option declined, Luguentz Dort re-signed with the Thunder on a five-year, $87.5 million contract.

November 3, 2023: Led the Thunder in scoring with 29 points

On November 3, 2023, Luguentz Dort led the Thunder in scoring with 29 points while making all six of his three-point attempts, during a 141–139 loss to the Golden State Warriors.