History of Rob Dillingham in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 24, 2026

Robert Dillingham is an American professional basketball player currently with the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. He played college basketball at the University of Kentucky. Before college, Dillingham showcased his talent in Overtime Elite, playing for the Cold Hearts and Blue Checks alongside Karter Knox. Dillingham, a five-star recruit, played as a guard for Kentucky during the 2023-24 season before turning pro.

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January 4, 2005: Robert Dillingham Born

On January 4, 2005, Robert Deon Potasi Dillingham was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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December 1, 2021: Dillingham Committed to NC State

On December 1, 2021, Dillingham committed to playing college basketball for NC State, choosing them over offers from Memphis, LSU, Kansas, and Kentucky.

2021: Dillingham Led US to Gold Medal

In 2021, Dillingham led the United States to a gold medal at the FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship in Mexico and was named the tournament's most valuable player.

March 19, 2022: Dillingham Decommitted from NC State

On March 19, 2022, Dillingham announced his decommitment from NC State, reopening his recruitment.

June 24, 2022: Dillingham Committed to Kentucky

On June 24, 2022, Dillingham committed to Kentucky, choosing them over offers from Louisville, Auburn, and USC.

November 3, 2022: Dillingham Signed with Overtime Elite

On November 3, 2022, Dillingham left Donda Academy and signed with Overtime Elite, joining the Overtime Cold Hearts.

2023: Dillingham Averaged 15.2 Points Per Game

In 2023, Dillingham averaged 15.2 points per game at Kentucky.

2023: Dillingham Played Guard for Kentucky

In 2023, Dillingham became a guard for the Kentucky Wildcats.

June 26, 2024: Dillingham Drafted and Traded

On June 26, 2024, Dillingham was selected by the San Antonio Spurs as the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft but was immediately traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

2024: Dillingham Declared for NBA Draft

In 2024, after one season with the University of Kentucky, Dillingham declared his entry into the 2024 NBA draft and received a green room invite.

January 12, 2025: Dillingham Assigned to Iowa Wolves

On January 12, 2025, Dillingham was assigned to the Iowa Wolves.

February 5, 2026: Dillingham Traded to the Chicago Bulls

On February 5, 2026, Dillingham, Leonard Miller, and four second-round picks were traded to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Ayo Dosunmu and Julian Philips.

February 7, 2026: Dillingham Made Bulls Debut

On February 7, 2026, Dillingham made his debut for the Chicago Bulls, scoring nine points, tallying three rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 22 minutes of playtime.

2030: Protected First-Round Pick Swap

In 2030, as part of the trade involving Dillingham, the Minnesota Timberwolves will receive a protected first-round pick swap from the San Antonio Spurs.

2031: Unprotected First-Round Pick

In 2031, as part of the trade involving Dillingham, the Minnesota Timberwolves will receive an unprotected first-round pick from the San Antonio Spurs.