Patrick Ewing's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Patrick Ewing. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Patrick Ewing is a Jamaican-American former professional basketball player and current basketball ambassador for the New York Knicks. As one of basketball's greatest centers, Ewing spent the majority of his career with the Knicks, leading them to prominence in the 1990s. He also had brief periods with the Seattle SuperSonics and Orlando Magic before retiring.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1966: Start of NBA Draft Format

In 1966, the NBA draft was conducted similarly to the NFL draft, where teams are awarded draft positions based on winning percentage.

1979: First Massachusetts State Championship

In 1979, Patrick Ewing led Cambridge Rindge and Latin to the first of three consecutive Massachusetts Div. I state championships.

1981: Third Massachusetts State Championship

In 1981, Patrick Ewing led Cambridge Rindge and Latin to their third consecutive Massachusetts Div. I state championship.

1983: Big East Player of the Year

In 1983, Ewing was named the Big East Player of the Year.

1984: Olympic Gold Medal

In 1984, Patrick Ewing won an Olympic gold medal as a member of the United States men's Olympic basketball team.

1984: Second Big East Player of the Year Award

In 1984, during his senior year, Patrick Ewing was again named the Big East Player of the Year at Georgetown University.

1984: End of NBA Draft Format

In 1984, the NBA draft was conducted similarly to the NFL draft, where teams are awarded draft positions based on winning percentage.

1985: Drafted by New York Knicks

In 1985, Patrick Ewing was drafted by the New York Knicks.

1985: New NBA Draft Lottery System

In 1985, the NBA introduced a new lottery system to determine the draft order for teams that did not qualify for the playoffs.

1992: Member of the Dream Team

In 1992, Patrick Ewing was a member of the original Dream Team at the Olympic Games.

1992: Dream Team Gold Medal

In 1992, Patrick Ewing won another Olympic gold medal as a member of the "Dream Team".

1992: Ewing won another Olympic gold medal

In 1992, Patrick Ewing won his second Olympic gold medal as a member of the "Dream Team".

1993: Ewing led the NBA with 789 defensive rebounds

In 1993, Patrick Ewing led the NBA with 789 defensive rebounds.

1994: NBA Finals Appearance and Block Record

In 1994, Patrick Ewing led the Knicks to the NBA Finals and set a record for most blocked shots in a Finals series with 30.

1994: Ewing set record for most blocked shots in a single NBA Finals game

In Game 5 of the 1994 NBA Finals, Patrick Ewing set a record with eight blocks, since surpassed.

1996: Named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History

In 1996, Patrick Ewing was selected as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History.

1999: Ewing reached 22,000 points and 10,000 rebounds

In 1999, Patrick Ewing became the 10th player in NBA history to record 22,000 points and 10,000 rebounds.

February 28, 2003: Knicks retired Ewing's jersey

On February 28, 2003, the New York Knicks retired Patrick Ewing's jersey number 33 in a ceremony at Madison Square Garden.

2003: Knicks Retire Ewing's Number

In 2003, the New York Knicks retired Patrick Ewing's number 33.

2003: Tim Duncan Breaks Ewing's Block Record

Tim Duncan broke Ewing's 1994 block record with 32.

2008: Inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame

In 2008, Patrick Ewing was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame for his individual career.

2009: Dwight Howard surpasses Ewing's single game block record.

Dwight Howard surpassed Patrick Ewing's NBA Finals record for most blocked shots in a single game in 2009.

2009: Inducted into U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame

In 2009, Patrick Ewing was inducted into the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame as a member of the "Dream Team".

2010: Hall of Fame Induction (Dream Team)

In 2010, Patrick Ewing was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame as a member of the 1992 Olympic team.

2021: Ewing's NBA rank

As of 2021, Patrick Ewing was ranked 23rd on the NBA all-time scoring list with 24,815 points.

2021: Ewing led Hoyas to Big East Conference tournament championship

In 2021, Patrick Ewing led the Georgetown Hoyas to the Big East Conference tournament championship, qualifying for the NCAA Division I basketball tournament.