History of Spencer Dinwiddie in Timeline

Spencer Dinwiddie is an American professional basketball player currently with the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA. He played college basketball at the University of Colorado, where he earned first-team All-Pac-12 honors in 2013. A significant setback in his college career was an ACL injury that sidelined him for most of his junior year.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1963: Reached back-to-back tournaments

In 1963, Spencer Dinwiddie earned first-team All-Pac-12 honors. Leading the team in assists, they reached the NCAA men's basketball tournament for the second consecutive season, in which they reached the second round. It was the first time the team had reached back-to-back tournaments since the 1963 season.

1976: Matching Franchise Single-Season Record

In 1976, Dinwiddie scored a game-high 29 points in a win over the Orlando Magic, thus scoring at least 25 points off the bench in 10 games, matching a franchise single-season record Bubbles Hawkins set the mark during the Nets' inaugural NBA season in 1976–77.

1980: Matching Franchise Record

In 1980, Spencer Dinwiddie had his third 30-point game off the bench, matching the franchise record set by Clifford T. Robinson in 1980–81.

April 6, 1993: Spencer Dinwiddie Born

On April 6, 1993, Spencer Gray Dinwiddie was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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1993: Most single-season points

In 1993, with 23 points against the Hawks on March 9, Dinwiddie surpassed Armen Gilliam in 1993–94 with the most single-season points in a reserve role.

2002: NCAA Tournament Berth

By the end of the regular season in 2002, Spencer Dinwiddie helped the team earn its first NCAA men's basketball tournament berth since the 2002–03 season.

2011: Three-Star Recruit

In 2011, Spencer Dinwiddie was considered a three-star recruit by Rivals.com, listed as the No. 25-point guard and the No. 146 player in the nation.

2011: John R. Wooden California High School Player of the Year

In 2011, Spencer Dinwiddie was named the John R. Wooden California High School Player of the Year. He and DeAndre Daniels won the city championship this season as well.

February 10, 2012: Perfect Game Against Oregon State

On February 10, 2012, Spencer Dinwiddie recorded a perfect game against Oregon State. He shot 6-for-6 from the field, 4-for-4 from beyond the arc, and 8-for-8 on free throws, setting a school record for most points scored without missing a single shot.

November 21, 2012: Career-Best Free Throw Shooting

On November 21, 2012, Spencer Dinwiddie shot a career-best 14-for-15 from the free throw line against Santa Barbara.

2012: Recovery Efforts

In 2012, Spencer Dinwiddie reportedly made contact with Russ Paine, who helped Adrian Peterson recover from his ACL injury and become the 2012 NFL MVP.

2013: All-Pac-12 First Team

In 2013, Spencer Dinwiddie earned first-team all-conference honors in the Pac-12 as a sophomore. During his junior year, he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.

January 12, 2014: ACL Injury

On January 12, 2014, Spencer Dinwiddie suffered a career-threatening ACL injury against Washington, forcing him to sit out for the remainder of the season.

April 24, 2014: Declared for NBA Draft

On April 24, 2014, Spencer Dinwiddie declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final year of college eligibility.

2014: High School Standout

At William Howard Taft High School, Spencer Dinwiddie was recognized as one of the greatest standout athletes since Jordan Farmar. By 2014, his final season at Taft helped Dinwiddie gain the attention of colleges around the country.

2014: NBA Draft

In 2014, Spencer Dinwiddie was selected by the Detroit Pistons in the second round of the NBA draft.

2014: Drafted by Detroit Pistons

In the 2014 NBA draft, Spencer Dinwiddie was selected with the 38th overall pick by the Detroit Pistons.

February 20, 2015: First NBA Start

On February 20, 2015, Spencer Dinwiddie made his first start in the NBA for the Detroit Pistons, achieving career highs of 12 points and nine assists in a win against the Chicago Bulls.

2015: Limited Regular-Season Games

During the 2015–16 season, Spencer Dinwiddie appeared in just 12 regular-season games for the Pistons, spending most of the season in the D-League with the Grand Rapids Drive.

June 17, 2016: Traded to Chicago Bulls

On June 17, 2016, Spencer Dinwiddie was traded to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Cameron Bairstow.

December 8, 2016: Signed with Brooklyn Nets

On December 8, 2016, Spencer Dinwiddie signed with the Brooklyn Nets.

December 2016: Joins Brooklyn Nets

In December 2016, Spencer Dinwiddie joined the Brooklyn Nets.

February 15, 2017: 19 Points Against Milwaukee Bucks

On February 15, 2017, Spencer Dinwiddie scored 15 of his season-high 19 points in the fourth quarter of the Nets' loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

April 8, 2017: 19 Points Against Chicago Bulls

On April 8, 2017, Spencer Dinwiddie made four free throws in the final 13.6 seconds, finishing with 19 points in the Nets' win over the Chicago Bulls.

October 25, 2017: Career-High 22 Points vs Cavaliers

On October 25, 2017, Spencer Dinwiddie scored a career-high 22 points and hit the go-ahead 3-pointer to lead the Nets to a win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

January 3, 2018: Tied Career High With 26 Points

On January 3, 2018, Spencer Dinwiddie made the go-ahead jumper with 10.1 seconds left and tied his career high with 26 points, leading Brooklyn to a victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

November 25, 2018: Scored 31 points against the Philadelphia 76ers

On November 25, 2018, Dinwiddie scored 31 points in a 127–125 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

January 16, 2019: 33 Points Against Houston Rockets

On January 16, 2019, Spencer Dinwiddie scored 25 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter and overtime of the Nets' win over the Houston Rockets.

2019: Reserve Player

During the 2019–20 NBA season, Spencer Dinwiddie began the season as a reserve until Kyrie Irving injured his shoulder.

January 28, 2020: Jersey Number Change

On January 28, 2020, Spencer Dinwiddie switched his jersey number from 8 to 26 in honor of the late Kobe Bryant.

June 29, 2020: Tested Positive for COVID-19

On June 29, 2020, Spencer Dinwiddie announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19.

December 27, 2020: ACL Tear

On December 27, 2020, Spencer Dinwiddie suffered a season-ending partial ACL tear in a game between the Nets and the Charlotte Hornets.

August 6, 2021: Acquired by Washington Wizards

On August 6, 2021, Spencer Dinwiddie was acquired by the Washington Wizards via a sign-and-trade deal involving five teams.

2021: Traded to Washington Wizards

In 2021, Spencer Dinwiddie was traded to the Washington Wizards.

February 10, 2022: Traded to the Dallas Mavericks

On February 10, 2022, Spencer Dinwiddie, along with Dāvis Bertāns, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Kristaps Porziņģis and a protected 2022 second-round pick.

February 2022: Traded to Dallas Mavericks

In February 2022, Spencer Dinwiddie was traded to the Dallas Mavericks.

November 10, 2022: Scores 33 Points Against Wizards

On November 10, 2022, Spencer Dinwiddie scored 33 points, along with four rebounds and six assists, during a 113–105 loss to the Washington Wizards.

January 26, 2023: Season-High 36 Points Against Suns

On January 26, 2023, Spencer Dinwiddie achieved a season-high of 36 points, accompanied by six rebounds and nine assists, in a 99–95 victory over the Phoenix Suns.

February 6, 2023: Traded Back to the Brooklyn Nets

On February 6, 2023, Spencer Dinwiddie was traded back to the Brooklyn Nets, along with 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.

2023: Traded Back to Brooklyn Nets

In 2023, Spencer Dinwiddie was traded back to the Brooklyn Nets.

February 8, 2024: Traded to Toronto Raptors, then waived

On February 8, 2024, Spencer Dinwiddie was traded to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Dennis Schröder and Thaddeus Young, but was subsequently waived by Toronto following the trade.

February 10, 2024: Signed with the Los Angeles Lakers

On February 10, 2024, Spencer Dinwiddie signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on a one-year deal worth the league minimum.

February 2024: Traded to Toronto Raptors, Waived, Signed with Lakers

In February 2024, Spencer Dinwiddie was traded to the Toronto Raptors and immediately waived by Toronto. He then signed with the Los Angeles Lakers for the remainder of the season.

March 24, 2024: Scores 26 Points Against Pacers

On March 24, 2024, Spencer Dinwiddie scored a team-high 26 points, along with two rebounds and five assists, in a 150–145 win against the Indiana Pacers.