Rui Hachimura's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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 is a power forward who previously played college basketball for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. Hachimura was drafted ninth overall by the Washington Wizards in the 2019 NBA draft and was selected for the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2020. He also represents the Japan national team in international competitions.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

December 29, 2013: All-Japan High School Tournament Title

On December 29, 2013, Rui Hachimura led the Meisei High School basketball team to its second title in the All-Japan High School Tournament, scoring 32 points.

2014: Second Straight Tournament Win

In 2014, Rui Hachimura helped his team win the All-Japan High School Tournament for a second straight year.

December 29, 2015: Third All-Japan Tournament Victory

On December 29, 2015, Rui Hachimura posted 34 points, 19 rebounds, and three blocks to guide Meisei past Tsuchiura Nihon University High School for his third All-Japan Tournament victory.

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 as early as fall 2016.

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.

November 21, 2018: Upsets Duke in Maui Invitational

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, subsequently being named most valuable player of the tournament.

December 1, 2019: Career-High 30 Points

On December 1, 2019, Rui Hachimura scored a then career-high 30 points in a 125–150 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

2019: WCC Player of the Year

In 2019, Rui Hachimura was selected as the WCC Player of the Year. He led Gonzaga in scoring with 19.7 points per game.

September 15, 2020: Named to NBA All-Rookie Second Team

On September 15, 2020, Rui Hachimura was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team.

March 30, 2021: Ties Career High of 30 Points

On March 30, 2021, Rui Hachimura tied his then career high of 30 points in a 104–114 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.

2022: 2022-2023 season Averages

For the 2022-2023 season, Hachimura averaged 11.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and shot 48.6% on field goals.

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 138–118 win over the Orlando Magic.

December 9, 2023: Wins NBA In-Season Tournament

On December 9, 2023, Rui Hachimura and the Lakers won the inaugural season of the NBA In-Season Tournament, also known as the NBA Cup.

February 14, 2024: New Career High of 36 Points

On February 14, 2024, Rui Hachimura set a new career high of 36 points in a 138–122 victory over the Utah Jazz.

2024: Maintains Scoring Average

In 2024-25 Rui Hachimura's scoring average remained steady at 13.1 ppg, while his two-point percentage was 50.1% and his three-point percentage was 41.3%.