History of Micah Potter in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 5, 2026

Micah Potter is an American professional basketball player currently with the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. He played college basketball for both the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Wisconsin Badgers before entering the professional ranks. His career demonstrates a progression from college athletics to the highest level of professional basketball in the United States.

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April 6, 1998: Micah Potter's Birth

On April 6, 1998, Micah Potter was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2018: Potter Transferred to Wisconsin

In 2018, Micah Potter transferred to Wisconsin and had to sit out for the 2018–19 season due to transfer rules. He also sat out for the next fall semester after his request for immediate eligibility was denied by the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

January 11, 2020: Potter's Junior Season High

On January 11, 2020, Micah Potter achieved a junior season-high of 24 points and 13 rebounds in a 58–49 win over Penn State.

June 11, 2021: Micah Potter's Marriage

On June 11, 2021, Micah Potter married Elle Van Grinsven, a former volleyball player and graduate of Loyola University Chicago, in Lomira, Wisconsin.

December 29, 2021: Potter signed with Detroit Pistons

On December 29, 2021, Micah Potter signed a 10-day contract with the Detroit Pistons before returning to Sioux Falls afterwards.

2021: Potter joined Miami Heat for NBA Summer League

In 2021, after going undrafted in the NBA draft, Micah Potter joined the Miami Heat for the 2021 NBA Summer League and later signed a contract with the Heat on September 10. He was then cut during training camp and joined the Sioux Falls Skyforce.

October 12, 2022: Potter Signed with Utah Jazz

On October 12, 2022, Micah Potter signed a two-way contract with the Utah Jazz.

2022: Potter Joined New York Knicks for NBA Summer League

In 2022, Micah Potter joined the New York Knicks for the NBA Summer League.

January 27, 2023: Potter Underwent Elbow Surgery

On January 27, 2023, Micah Potter underwent right elbow surgery and was ruled out for at least four-to-six weeks.

August 6, 2024: Potter Signed with Jazz Again

On August 6, 2024, Micah Potter signed another two-way contract with the Utah Jazz. During the 2024-25 NBA season, he made 38 appearances, starting in 10 games, and averaged 4.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 0.8 assists.

2024: Potter Named to USA Basketball Select Team

In 2024, Micah Potter, alongside fellow Wisconsin Badger alumni Nigel Hayes-Davis, was named to the USA Basketball Select Team to assist in preparing the main roster for the 2024 Olympics.