Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Myles Turner

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 15, 2026

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

Myles Turner is an American professional basketball player currently playing center for the Milwaukee Bucks. Drafted 11th overall in 2015 by the Indiana Pacers after a single season with the Texas Longhorns, Turner spent 10 seasons with the Pacers, leading the team to the 2025 NBA Finals. Known for his height (6'11") and shot-blocking ability, he has twice led the NBA in blocks.

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2013: AAU Summer Circuit Title

During the 2013 AAU summer circuit, Myles Turner led his Texas Select team to the title at the 2013 Jayhawk Invitational.

April 30, 2014: Commitment to University of Texas

On April 30, 2014, Myles Turner formally announced his commitment to play basketball for the University of Texas live on ESPNU's Recruiting Insider.

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2014: McDonald's All-American Game and FIBA Championship

In 2014, Myles Turner took part in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game and represented the United States in the 2014 FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship, winning a gold medal.

March 30, 2015: Declared for NBA Draft

On March 30, 2015, Myles Turner declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his final three years of college eligibility.

June 2015: Draft Opportunity

In June 2015, Myles Turner confirmed his decision to enter the NBA draft, citing his high projected draft position as the reason.

2015: Drafted by the Indiana Pacers

In 2015, Myles Turner was drafted by the Indiana Pacers with the 11th overall pick.

2015: NBA Draft

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

January 22, 2016: Career-High 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: Season Opener Performance

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

October 18, 2017: Season Opener

On October 18, 2017, in the Pacers' season opener, Myles Turner had 21 points and 14 rebounds in a win over the Brooklyn Nets.

October 15, 2018: Contract Extension

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

February 25, 2020: Career-High Blocks

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

December 22, 2020: Season-Opener Blocks

On December 22, 2020, in the Pacers' season-opener, Myles Turner matched a career-high eight blocks in a win over the New York Knicks.

January 6, 2021: Eight Blocks Again

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

October 22, 2021: Career-High 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.

2022: Salary increase

Myles Turner's 2022-23 salary saw a $17 million increase.

January 20, 2023: Contract Extension

On January 20, 2023, Myles Turner signed a two-year, $43 million extension through the 2024-25 season, that also included a $17 million increase in his 2022-23 salary.

February 23, 2023: Career-High Points and Three-Pointers

On February 23, 2023, Myles Turner tied a career-high 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: 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 the previous record set by Jermaine O'Neal.

2024: Contract Extension Through This Year

Myles Turner signed a two year extension through the 2024-25 season.

July 7, 2025: Signed with the Milwaukee Bucks

On July 7, 2025, Myles Turner signed a four-year, $108.9 million contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, ending his 10-year tenure with the Pacers.

October 22, 2025: Bucks Debut

On October 22, 2025, in his Bucks debut, Myles Turner recorded 11 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and three blocks in a win over the Washington Wizards.