Sabrina Ionescu's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Sabrina Ionescu is a prominent American professional basketball player for the New York Liberty in the WNBA. Recognized as one of the league's premier three-point shooters, she has achieved significant accolades, including three WNBA All-Star selections and All-WNBA Team honors. In addition to her WNBA success, Ionescu is an Olympic gold medalist as a member of the United States national team.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

February 26, 2018: ESPNW Player of the Week

On February 26, 2018, Sabrina Ionescu was named ESPNW's college basketball player of the week, recognizing her outstanding performance.

April 2018: Ionescu Wins USA Basketball 3x3 Championship

In late April 2018, Sabrina Ionescu led her team to win the USA Basketball women's national 3x3 championship tournament, remaining unbeaten and earning the tournament MVP award, despite being unfamiliar with FIBA 3x3 rules.

December 20, 2018: Breaks NCAA Triple-Double Record

On December 20, 2018, Sabrina Ionescu recorded her 13th triple-double in a game against Air Force, breaking the NCAA triple-double record for both men's and women's basketball.

January 24, 2020: Breaks Pac-12 All-Time Assist Record

On January 24, 2020, Sabrina Ionescu broke Gary Payton's Pac-12 all-time record of 938 assists in a game against Oregon State.

February 14, 2020: Reaches 1,000 Career Assists

On February 14, 2020, Sabrina Ionescu recorded her 1,000th career assist in a game against UCLA, becoming one of only two players in NCAA history with 2,000+ points and 1,000+ assists.

April 14, 2020: Wins Honda Sports Award

On April 14, 2020, Sabrina Ionescu was named the winner of the Honda Sports Award as the best collegiate female basketball player in the nation.

May 18, 2021: Ionescu Records First Professional Triple-Double

On May 18, 2021, in her 6th career game, Sabrina Ionescu achieved her first professional triple-double with 26 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds, making her the fastest player in WNBA history to reach this milestone, and marking the first Liberty triple-double.

July 6, 2022: Ionescu Records First 30-Point Triple-Double

On July 6, 2022, Sabrina Ionescu recorded the first 30-point triple-double in WNBA history, scoring 31 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and dishing out 10 assists.

November 14, 2022: Ionescu Ranked in Forbes 30 Under 30

On November 14, 2022, Sabrina Ionescu was ranked in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Sports.

July 14, 2023: Ionescu Sets WNBA Three-Point Contest Record

On July 14, 2023, Sabrina Ionescu scored 37 points in the WNBA Three-Point Contest, setting a new league record.

2023: Breaks WNBA Single-Season 3-pointers and Three-Point Contest Record

In 2023, Sabrina Ionescu broke the WNBA single-season record in three-pointers and the WNBA Three-Point Contest record, showcasing her exceptional shooting skills.

June 2024: Ionescu Named to US Olympic Team and Wins Gold Medal

In June 2024, Sabrina Ionescu was named to the US women's Olympic team and later won her first Olympic gold medal, as the United States defeated France 67–66 in the final.