A closer look at the biggest achievements of Rui Hachimura. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Rui Hachimura is a Japanese professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He's a versatile player, comfortable at both small forward and power forward. Hachimura gained prominence playing college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs before being drafted ninth overall by the Washington Wizards in the 2019 NBA draft. His early success led to his selection to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2020. He also represents the Japan national team in international competitions.
December 29, 2013: All-Japan High School Tournament Title
On December 29, 2013, Rui Hachimura led Meisei High School to a 92–78 victory over Fukuoka University Ohori in the All-Japan High School Tournament, scoring 32 points and securing the team's second title.
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2014: Second Straight Tournament Win
In 2014, Rui Hachimura helped his team win the All-Japan High School Tournament for a second straight year.
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December 29, 2015: Third All-Japan Tournament Victory
On December 29, 2015, Rui Hachimura scored 34 points, grabbed 19 rebounds, and blocked three shots, leading Meisei to victory over Tsuchiura Nihon University High School for his third All-Japan Tournament win.
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May 2016: SAT and GPA Requirements Met
In May 2016, Rui Hachimura announced that he met the SAT and GPA requirements to be eligible to play at Gonzaga beginning in fall 2016.
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February 23, 2017: West Coast Conference Title
On February 23, 2017, Rui Hachimura scored eight points against San Diego, helping his team win the West Coast Conference (WCC) title.
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November 21, 2018: Upset Victory Over Duke
On November 21, 2018, Rui Hachimura recorded 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists to help upset No. 1-ranked Duke in the Maui Invitational finals.
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December 1, 2019: Career-High 30 Points
On December 1, 2019, Rui Hachimura scored a then career-high 30 points in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.
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2019: WCC Player of the Year
In 2019, Rui Hachimura was selected as the WCC Player of the Year.
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September 15, 2020: NBA All-Rookie Second Team Selection
On September 15, 2020, Rui Hachimura was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team.
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2020: NBA All-Rookie Second Team
In 2020, Rui Hachimura was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team.
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March 30, 2021: Ties Career High Score
On March 30, 2021, Rui Hachimura tied his then career high of 30 points in a loss to the Charlotte Hornets.
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January 21, 2023: Career-High-Tying 30 Points
On January 21, 2023, in his last game before being traded, Rui Hachimura recorded a then career-high-tying 30 points in a win over the Orlando Magic.
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December 9, 2023: NBA In-Season Tournament Win
On December 9, 2023, Rui Hachimura and the Lakers won the inaugural season of the NBA In-Season Tournament.
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February 14, 2024: Career High Points
On February 14, 2024, Rui Hachimura set a new career high of 36 points in a 138–122 victory over the Utah Jazz.
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