RJ Barrett's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

RJ Barrett is a Canadian professional basketball player currently playing for the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. He was drafted third overall by the New York Knicks in the 2019 NBA draft after a single season playing college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils. Barrett is known for his scoring ability and was a highly touted prospect coming out of high school.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1936: First medal at a major global tournament since 1936 Summer Olympics

In 2023, The Canadian team secured its first medal at a major global tournament since the 1936 Summer Olympics.

October 9, 2014: Labeled "special" by North Pole Hoops

On October 9, 2014, after a 27-point effort for St. Marcellinus against Bill Crothers Secondary School, RJ Barrett was labeled "special" by the Canadian recruiting website North Pole Hoops, despite only being in his first year of high school.

February 2015: MVP of Guy Vetrie Memorial Tournament

In February 2015, RJ Barrett was named MVP of the Guy Vetrie Memorial tournament after scoring 41 points and making the game-winning shot for REDA in a 74–72 win over BTB Academy.

2015: Silver at FIBA Americas U16 Championship

In 2015, RJ Barrett, as the youngest player on the team, helped Canada's under-16 national team win silver at the FIBA Americas U16 Championship in Argentina, where he led the team in scoring with 14.6 points per game.

April 15, 2016: Jordan Brand Classic International Game MVP

On April 15, 2016, RJ Barrett tallied 22 points and eight rebounds at the 2016 Jordan Brand Classic International Game, earning game MVP honors.

November 2016: Naismith Prep Player of the Year Award Watch List

In November 2016, RJ Barrett was named to the Naismith Prep Player of the Year Award watch list.

2016: All-World Cup U17 Second Team honors

In 2016, RJ Barrett averaged 18.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game at the FIBA U17 World Cup in Spain, leading to his recognition on eurobasket.com's All-World Cup U17 Second Team.

April 2017: Described as a "potential superstar"

In April 2017, Roy Rana, who coached Barrett at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup and at the Nike Hoop Summit, described Barrett as "A star. A potential superstar down the road."

July 2017: Leads Canada to Gold at FIBA Under-19 World Cup

In July 2017, RJ Barrett led Canada's under-19 squad to a 99–87 semifinal win over the US with a 38-point, 13-rebound, and five-assist performance at the FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup. He subsequently led Canada to the title, and was named tournament MVP.

2017: MVP at FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup

In 2017, RJ Barrett was named MVP at the FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup after leading the Canadian national under-19 team to a gold medal.

March 2018: Awarded Morgan Wooten National Player of the Year

In March 2018, RJ Barrett was awarded the prestigious Morgan Wooten National Player of the Year award for "displaying outstanding character, showing leadership and embodying the values of a student athlete".

December 3, 2018: Named ACC Rookie of the Week

On December 3, 2018, RJ Barrett was named Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) rookie of the week.

December 10, 2018: Earned ACC Player and Freshman of the Week

On December 10, 2018, RJ Barrett earned ACC player and freshman of the week honors for the second time.

2018: Rated as a five-star recruit and ranked No.1 overall recruit

In 2018, Barrett was rated as a five-star recruit and ranked the No.1 overall recruit in the class of 2018.

2018: Named MVP at Nike Hoop Summit

In 2018, RJ Barrett scored a game-high 20 points and was named MVP at the Nike Hoop Summit.

January 28, 2019: Earned his third ACC Freshman of the Week honor

On January 28, 2019, Barrett earned his third ACC freshman of the week honor.

February 25, 2019: Named ACC freshman of the week for the fourth consecutive time

On February 25, 2019, RJ Barrett was again named ACC freshman of the week for the fourth consecutive time.

2019: FIBA World Cup Qualification Debut

In 2019, RJ Barrett debuted for the senior Canadian national team during qualification for the FIBA World Cup.

2019: Recognition as a cold blooded killer

In 2019, RJ Barrett was recognized for his exceptional talent and competitive spirit during his ninth-grade year, with North Pole Hoops describing him as "a cold blooded killer".

2019: NBA draft and New York Knicks Selection

In 2019, RJ Barrett was selected as the third overall pick in the NBA draft by the New York Knicks after playing college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils.

2019: Top Canadian prospect in the 2019 class

While attending St. Marcellinus Secondary School, Barrett was tabbed as the top Canadian prospect in the 2019 class.

2023: Qualified to the Quarter-Finals of FIBA Basketball World Cup

In 2023, the Canadian team, including RJ Barrett, qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, securing a spot at the 2024 Summer Olympics.

January 7, 2024: Season-high 37 points

On January 7, 2024, RJ Barrett scored a season-high 37 points on 13 of 20 shooting, along with 6 rebounds and 6 assists in a 133–118 win over the Golden State Warriors.

November 1, 2024: Season-high 33 points and career-high 12 assists

On November 1, 2024, RJ Barrett recorded a season-high 33 points and achieved a then career-high 12 assists in a 131–125 loss against the Los Angeles Lakers.

2024: Berth at the 2024 Summer Olympics

The Canadian team secured a berth at the 2024 Summer Olympics on September 3, 2023. Barrett played a crucial role in the victory and won the bronze medal over the United States in the third-place game.