History of Taurean Prince in Timeline
Taurean Waller-Prince is an American professional basketball player currently with the Los Angeles Lakers. Drafted 12th overall in the 2016 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz, he was immediately traded to the Atlanta Hawks. His NBA journey has included stints with the Brooklyn Nets, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Minnesota Timberwolves before joining the Lakers.
1971: Pete Maravich's Rookie Playoff Record
In 1971, Pete Maravich, as a rookie for the Atlanta Hawks, reached double-figures in his first five playoff games.
March 22, 1994: Birth of Taurean Prince
Taurean Waller-Prince was born on March 22, 1994.
2015: Bronze Medal at Pan American Games
In 2015, Taurean Prince helped the United States men's national basketball team win the bronze medal at the Pan American Games.
2015: Big 12 Sixth Man Award and Potential Player of the Year
In 2015, Taurean Prince won the Big 12 Sixth Man Award and was considered a strong candidate for Big 12 Player of the Year.
March 11, 2017: Season-Best Performance Against Memphis Grizzlies
On March 11, 2017, Taurean Prince achieved a season-best performance with 17 points against the Memphis Grizzlies.
December 12, 2017: Career-High 24 Points Against Cleveland Cavaliers
On December 12, 2017, Taurean Prince scored a career-high 24 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
February 2, 2018: New Career-High 31 Points Against Boston Celtics
On February 2, 2018, Taurean Prince set a new career-high with 31 points against the Boston Celtics.
2018: Timberwolves' Playoff Qualification
In 2018, the Minnesota Timberwolves qualified for the playoffs.
January 13, 2019: Return from Ankle Injury
On January 13, 2019, Taurean Prince returned to action after recovering from a left ankle sprain.
July 6, 2019: Trade to Brooklyn Nets and Contract Extension
On July 6, 2019, Taurean Prince was traded to the Brooklyn Nets.
2019: Trade to the Brooklyn Nets
Taurean Prince was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in 2019.
March 2020: NBA Season Suspension Due to COVID-19
The NBA season was suspended in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
January 14, 2021: Trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers
On January 14, 2021, Taurean Prince was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a multi-player deal.
January 2021: Trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers
In January 2021, Taurean Prince was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
August 3, 2021: Trade to the Minnesota Timberwolves
On August 3, 2021, Taurean Prince was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
2021: Two-Year Contract Extension with Brooklyn Nets
In 2021, Taurean Prince signed a two-year contract extension with the Brooklyn Nets.
February 1, 2022: Season-High 23 Points Against Denver Nuggets
On February 1, 2022, Taurean Prince scored a season-high 23 points against the Denver Nuggets.
June 30, 2022: Contract Extension with the Timberwolves
On June 30, 2022, Taurean Prince signed a two-year contract extension with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
November 19, 2022: No Charges Filed
On November 19, 2022, it was announced that Taurean Prince would not face charges despite his previous arrest.
July 6, 2023: Signing with the Los Angeles Lakers
On July 6, 2023, Taurean Prince signed with the Los Angeles Lakers.
December 9, 2023: Winning the NBA In-Season Tournament
On December 9, 2023, Taurean Prince and the Los Angeles Lakers won the inaugural season of the NBA In-Season Tournament.
