Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Myles Turner

How Myles Turner built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Myles Turner is a professional basketball player currently playing center and power forward for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA. Drafted 11th overall in 2015 after a single season with the Texas Longhorns, Turner stands at 6'11". He is known for his shot-blocking ability, having led the NBA in blocks on two occasions.

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2013: Led Texas Select to Jayhawk Invitational Title

In 2013, during the AAU summer circuit, Myles Turner led his Texas Select team to win the 2013 Jayhawk Invitational title.

April 30, 2014: Committed to University of Texas

On April 30, 2014, Myles Turner announced his commitment to play basketball for the University of Texas.

2014: Freshman Year at Texas

In 2014, Myles Turner began his freshman year at Texas.

March 30, 2015: Declared for the NBA Draft

On March 30, 2015, Myles Turner declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his remaining college eligibility.

June 2015: Confident in NBA Draft Selection

In June 2015, Myles Turner expressed confidence in being picked high in the NBA draft.

2015: Drafted by Indiana Pacers

In 2015, Myles Turner was selected by the Indiana Pacers with the 11th overall pick in the NBA draft.

January 22, 2016: Scored Career-High 31 Points

On January 22, 2016, Myles Turner scored a then career-high 31 points in a game against the Golden State Warriors.

October 26, 2016: Recorded 30 Points and 16 Rebounds

On October 26, 2016, Myles Turner recorded 30 points and tied his career-high with 16 rebounds in a win against the Dallas Mavericks.

October 15, 2018: Signed Contract Extension with Pacers

On October 15, 2018, Myles Turner signed a four-year, $72 million contract extension with the Indiana Pacers.

February 25, 2020: Recorded Career-High Eight Blocks

On February 25, 2020, Myles Turner recorded a career-high eight blocks in a win against the Charlotte Hornets.

December 22, 2020: Matched Career-High Eight Blocks

On December 22, 2020, Myles Turner matched his career-high with eight blocks in a win against the New York Knicks.

January 6, 2021: Recorded Eight Blocks Again

On January 6, 2021, Myles Turner recorded eight blocks again in a win against the Houston Rockets.

October 22, 2021: Recorded Career-High 40 Points

On October 22, 2021, Myles Turner recorded a career-high 40 points, along with five three-pointers, 10 rebounds, and three blocks in a loss to the Washington Wizards.

February 23, 2023: Tied Career-High 40 Points

On February 23, 2023, Myles Turner tied his career-high with 40 points on a career-high eight three-pointers made and also put up 10 rebounds in a loss to the Boston Celtics.

March 22, 2024: Became Pacers All-Time Blocks Leader

On March 22, 2024, Myles Turner became the all-time blocks leader in Pacers franchise history with his 1,246th block, surpassing Jermaine O'Neal's previous record in a win against the Golden State Warriors.