Career Timeline of Pat Connaughton: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Pat Connaughton, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Pat Connaughton is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA as a shooting guard. Uniquely, he also has a background as a professional baseball player, showcasing his versatility as an athlete.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2013: Played in Cape Cod Baseball League

During the summer of 2013, Pat Connaughton pitched in collegiate summer baseball for the Harwich Mariners of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

July 2014: Professional Baseball Debut

In July 2014, Pat Connaughton made his professional baseball debut with the Aberdeen IronBirds of the Low-A New York–Penn League. At the end of July, he left the IronBirds to return to the Fighting Irish basketball team.

2014: Selected in MLB Draft

In 2014, Pat Connaughton was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the fourth round of the MLB Draft.

2014: Drafted by Baltimore Orioles

In 2014, after his junior year, Pat Connaughton was drafted by the Baltimore Orioles of Major League Baseball (MLB) in the fourth round. He received a signing bonus of over $400,000, with the Orioles permitting him to play basketball for Notre Dame in his senior year.

October 30, 2015: NBA Debut with Trail Blazers

On October 30, 2015, Pat Connaughton made his debut for the Portland Trail Blazers, scoring five points in a loss to the Phoenix Suns.

2015: Selected in NBA Draft

In 2015, Pat Connaughton was selected by the Brooklyn Nets in the second round of the NBA draft and subsequently traded to the Portland Trail Blazers.

2016: Played for Blazers

In 2016, Pat Connaughton played for the Blazers, scoring a then career-high 19 points in a 103–100 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans in the 2016-17 season finale.

April 13, 2017: Career-High 19 Points

On April 13, 2017, in the Blazers' 2016–17 season finale, Pat Connaughton scored a then career-high 19 points in a 103–100 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

October 18, 2017: Career-High 24 Points

On October 18, 2017, in the Trail Blazers' season opener, Pat Connaughton scored a then career-high 24 points in a win over the Phoenix Suns.

August 1, 2018: Signed with Milwaukee Bucks

On August 1, 2018, Pat Connaughton signed with the Milwaukee Bucks.

August 20, 2020: Bucks vs Magic Game 2

On August 20, 2020, Pat Connaughton scored 15 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in a Game 2 win against the Orlando Magic.

2020: Slam Dunk Contest

In 2020, Pat Connaughton competed in the Slam Dunk Contest at the NBA All-Star Game, dunking over Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich and finishing third in the tournament.

2020: Orioles Controlled Contractual Rights

Through 2020, the Baltimore Orioles continued to control Pat Connaughton's contractual baseball rights, which could have been extended. However, they did not add him to their major league roster, meaning Connaughton would be free to sign with any team if he decided to return to baseball.

July 20, 2021: Won NBA Championship

On July 20, 2021, Pat Connaughton won his first NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks, defeating the Phoenix Suns.

November 10, 2021: Season-High 23 Points

On November 10, 2021, Pat Connaughton scored a season-high 23 points and made a career-high seven three-point shots during a win over the New York Knicks.