Spencer Dinwiddie is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers. He played college basketball for the Colorado Buffaloes, earning first-team all-conference honors before an ACL injury sidelined him. Drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 2014, Dinwiddie has gone on to have a successful NBA career.
1963: Colorado Reaches Back-to-Back NCAA Tournaments for the First Time in Decades
Dinwiddie's sophomore year saw the Buffaloes reach the NCAA men's basketball tournament for the second consecutive season, a feat the team hadn't accomplished since 1963.
April 6, 1993: Birth of Spencer Dinwiddie
Spencer Dinwiddie was born on April 6, 1993.
2002: Colorado Achieves First NCAA Tournament Berth in Over a Decade
Dinwiddie's performance as a freshman contributed to the Colorado Buffaloes earning their first NCAA men's basketball tournament berth since the 2002-2003 season.
2011: Dinwiddie Named California High School Player of the Year
Dinwiddie was recognized for his outstanding skills on the court and was named the John R. Wooden California High School Player of the Year in 2011.
2011: Dinwiddie Ranked as a Top Recruit
In 2011, Dinwiddie was ranked as the No. 25 point guard and the No. 146 player in the nation by Rivals.com.
February 10, 2012: Dinwiddie Achieves Perfect Game Against Oregon State
On February 10, 2012, Dinwiddie had a remarkable performance against Oregon State, shooting a perfect 6-for-6 from the field, 4-for-4 from beyond the arc, and 8-for-8 on free throws.
November 21, 2012: Dinwiddie Sets Career-High Free Throw Percentage
Dinwiddie showcased his accuracy from the free throw line on November 21, 2012, shooting a career-best 14-for-15 against Santa Barbara.
2012: Dinwiddie Seeks Guidance from Renowned Therapist
Following his ACL injury in 2014, Dinwiddie sought guidance from Russ Paine, who had helped Adrian Peterson recover from a similar injury to win the 2012 NFL MVP award.
2013: Dinwiddie Earns First-Team All-Conference Honors
As a sophomore at the University of Colorado, Dinwiddie's performance on the court earned him first-team all-conference honors in the Pac-12 in 2013.
2013: Dinwiddie Represents Team USA at the World University Games
In 2013, Dinwiddie was selected to represent the United States at the World University Games in Kazan, Russia, showcasing his talent on an international stage.
January 12, 2014: Dinwiddie Suffers ACL Injury
Dinwiddie's promising junior season was cut short on January 12, 2014, when he suffered a serious ACL injury during a game against Washington.
April 24, 2014: Dinwiddie Declares for the NBA Draft
On April 24, 2014, Dinwiddie decided to forgo his final year of college eligibility and declared for the NBA draft.
2014: Dinwiddie Enters the NBA Draft
After an impressive high school basketball career and a shortened college career due to injury, Dinwiddie declared for the NBA draft in 2014.
2014: Dinwiddie Selected in the NBA Draft
Dinwiddie was drafted by the Detroit Pistons with the 38th overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft.
2014: Dinwiddie Drafted by the Detroit Pistons
Dinwiddie was selected by the Detroit Pistons in the second round of the 2014 NBA draft.
February 20, 2015: Dinwiddie Earns First NBA Start
Dinwiddie received his first NBA start on February 20, 2015, capitalizing on the opportunity with career highs of 12 points and nine assists in a win against the Chicago Bulls.
2015: Dinwiddie Navigates D-League and Limited NBA Opportunities
The 2015-2016 season saw Dinwiddie spending most of his time in the D-League while making sporadic appearances for the Pistons.
June 17, 2016: Dinwiddie Traded to the Chicago Bulls
On June 17, 2016, Dinwiddie's NBA journey took him to the Chicago Bulls as he was traded in exchange for Cameron Bairstow.
December 8, 2016: Dinwiddie Signs with the Brooklyn Nets
On December 8, 2016, Spencer Dinwiddie officially joined the Brooklyn Nets, marking a significant step in his NBA career.
February 15, 2017: Dinwiddie's Scoring Outburst Against the Bucks
Spencer Dinwiddie showcased his offensive prowess on February 15, 2017, scoring a season-high 19 points against the Milwaukee Bucks, with a notable 15 points coming in the fourth quarter despite the Nets' loss.
April 8, 2017: Clutch Performance Against the Chicago Bulls
On April 8, 2017, Dinwiddie proved his clutch abilities by sinking four crucial free throws in the final 13.6 seconds of the game against the Chicago Bulls, leading the Nets to a 107-106 victory. He also contributed 19 points in the game.
October 25, 2017: Game-Winning Shot Against the Cavaliers
Dinwiddie delivered a memorable performance on October 25, 2017, scoring a then career-high 22 points, including the game-winning 3-pointer with 43 seconds remaining, leading the Nets to a 112-107 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
January 3, 2018: Career-High Performance and Game-Winning Shot Against the Timberwolves
On January 3, 2018, Dinwiddie put on a show against the Minnesota Timberwolves, tying his career-high with 26 points, including the game-winning jumper with 10.1 seconds left, securing a 98-97 victory for the Nets.
November 25, 2018: Dinwiddie's Scoring Prowess Against the 76ers
On November 25, 2018, Spencer Dinwiddie demonstrated his scoring ability with a 31-point performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, though the Nets ultimately lost the game.
January 16, 2019: Fourth-Quarter Surge Leads Nets to Victory
Dinwiddie was instrumental in the Nets' 145-142 win over the Houston Rockets on January 16, 2019, scoring 25 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, showcasing his clutch performance abilities.
January 28, 2020: Jersey Number Change in Honor of Kobe Bryant
Spencer Dinwiddie switched his jersey number from 8 to 26 on January 28, 2020, after receiving approval from the NBA, as a tribute to the late basketball legend Kobe Bryant.
April 19, 2020: Dinwiddie Expresses Interest in Playing for Nigeria
On April 19, 2020, Dinwiddie confirmed reports that he aspired to represent the Nigerian national basketball team, expressing his connection to his heritage.
June 29, 2020: Dinwiddie Tests Positive for COVID-19
On June 29, 2020, Dinwiddie publicly announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19, impacting his availability for the remainder of the season.
December 27, 2020: Season-Ending Knee Injury
On December 27, 2020, Dinwiddie suffered a season-ending partial ACL tear in his right knee during a game against the Charlotte Hornets, marking a significant setback in his career.
August 6, 2021: Dinwiddie Traded to the Washington Wizards
In a significant multi-team trade on August 6, 2021, Dinwiddie was traded to the Washington Wizards. As part of the deal, Russell Westbrook was sent to the Los Angeles Lakers. Dinwiddie signed a lucrative three-year contract worth $54 million, potentially reaching $60 million with incentives.
February 10, 2022: Dinwiddie Traded to the Dallas Mavericks
On February 10, 2022, the Dallas Mavericks acquired Dinwiddie and Dāvis Bertāns in a trade that sent Kristaps Porziņģis to the Washington Wizards.
February 6, 2023: Dinwiddie Traded Back to the Brooklyn Nets
In a surprising turn of events, Dinwiddie was traded back to the Brooklyn Nets on February 6, 2023, alongside Dorian Finney-Smith, an unprotected 2029 first-round pick, and second-round picks in 2027 and 2029, in exchange for Kyrie Irving and Markieff Morris.
February 8, 2024: Dinwiddie Traded to the Toronto Raptors and Subsequently Waived
On February 8, 2024, Dinwiddie's time with the Brooklyn Nets ended as he was traded to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Dennis Schröder and Thaddeus Young. Shortly after the trade, he was waived by the Raptors, making him a free agent.
February 10, 2024: Dinwiddie Signs with the Los Angeles Lakers
After being waived by the Toronto Raptors, Dinwiddie found a new home with the Los Angeles Lakers, signing with the team on February 10, 2024.