History of Quentin Grimes in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 10, 2026

Quentin Grimes is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. He previously played college basketball for both the Kansas Jayhawks and the Houston Cougars. Grimes is known for his skills on the court and his journey through college basketball before reaching the professional level.

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May 8, 2000: Quentin Grimes Born

On May 8, 2000, Quentin Marshall Grimes was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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November 15, 2017: Committed to Kansas

On November 15, 2017, Quentin Grimes committed to playing college basketball at the University of Kansas, choosing them over Kentucky, Marquette, Texas and eight other schools.

June 2018: Represented USA at FIBA Americas U18 Championship

In June 2018, Quentin Grimes was selected to represent the United States at the 2018 FIBA Americas U18 Championship for Men as part of the U18 national team. He won gold and was named MVP.

November 19, 2019: Scored Season-High 32 Points

On November 19, 2019, Quentin Grimes scored a sophomore season-high 32 points to help Houston beat Rice, 97–89.

February 25, 2021: Scored Career-High 33 points

On February 25, 2021, Quentin Grimes scored a career-high 33 points and made eight three-pointers in an 81–57 win against Western Kentucky.

August 6, 2021: Signed with the Knicks

On August 6, 2021, the New York Knicks announced they had signed Quentin Grimes.

July 18, 2022: Named to All-NBA Summer League First Team

On July 18, 2022, Quentin Grimes was named to the All-NBA Summer League First Team.

February 8, 2024: Traded to Detroit Pistons

On February 8, 2024, Quentin Grimes, along with Ryan Arcidiacono, Malachi Flynn, Evan Fournier and two second-round picks were traded to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for Bojan Bogdanović and Alec Burks.