History of Terry Rozier in Timeline

Terry Rozier, nicknamed "Scary Terry," is an American professional basketball player currently with the Miami Heat. He played college basketball at Louisville before being drafted 16th overall by the Boston Celtics in 2015. Rozier served as a reserve for the Celtics for four seasons. He was then traded to the Charlotte Hornets via a sign-and-trade. Rozier started for the Hornets for four and a half seasons before being traded to Miami.

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March 17, 1994: Terry Rozier's Birth

On March 17, 1994, Terry Rozier was born in Youngstown, Ohio.

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2002: Shaker Heights High School regional semifinals

In 2002, Shaker Heights High School had not reached the regional semifinals since this year.

2003: Father's Involvement in Robbery and Kidnapping

In 2003, Terry Rozier Sr. was involved in a robbery and kidnapping that led to the accidental death of an accomplice, which later resulted in his arrest and sentencing.

2005: Father's Second Arrest

In 2005, Terry Rozier Jr. spent a few months with his father after his release from prison, before his father was arrested again on charges of involuntary manslaughter related to a 2003 robbery and kidnapping.

2012: High School Graduation

In 2012, Terry Rozier graduated from Shaker Heights High School. In his senior year, he averaged impressive stats and led Shaker to a strong record, reaching the regional semifinals for the first time since 2002. He also received All-Lake Erie League honors and a recruiting ranking.

2012: Hargrave Military Academy Campaign

In 2012, Terry Rozier played at Hargrave Military Academy, averaging 29.3 points, 7.8 rebounds and 5.6 assists. He earned the 2012 Kentucky Derby Festival Basketball Classic MVP and placed second in the dunk and three-point contest that season.

November 13, 2013: Tony Wroten's Triple-Double Record

On November 13, 2013, Tony Wroten set the initial record of achieving a triple-double in his first NBA start with the Philadelphia 76ers, a record that Terry Rozier later joined.

2013: Freshman year at Louisville

In 2013, Terry Rozier began his freshman year at Louisville, averaging 7.0 points and 3.1 rebounds per game, and was selected for the ACC All-Rookie Team.

2014: Sophomore Year at Louisville

In 2014, Terry Rozier played as a sophomore at Louisville.

March 30, 2015: Rozier Declares for NBA Draft

On March 30, 2015, Terry Rozier and his Louisville teammate Montrezl Harrell declared for the 2015 NBA draft.

June 25, 2015: Drafted by Boston Celtics

On June 25, 2015, Terry Rozier was selected by the Boston Celtics as the 16th overall pick in the 2015 NBA draft.

July 27, 2015: Signs with the Celtics

On July 27, 2015, Terry Rozier officially signed his rookie-scale contract with the Boston Celtics.

2015: NBA Draft and Celtics contract

In 2015, Terry Rozier was drafted 16th overall by the Boston Celtics and later signed a rookie-scale contract with the team.

November 12, 2016: Career-High Points

On November 12, 2016, Terry Rozier scored a career-high 11 points in a 105–99 victory over the Indiana Pacers.

March 19, 2017: First Career Double-Double

On March 19, 2017, Terry Rozier recorded his first career double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds in a 105–99 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

November 24, 2017: Career-High Scoring

On November 24, 2017, Terry Rozier achieved a career-high of 23 points in a 118–103 victory over the Orlando Magic.

November 9, 2018: Season-High Points

On November 9, 2018, Terry Rozier scored a then-season-high 22 points in a 123–115 loss to the Utah Jazz, making his first start of the season.

July 6, 2019: Trade to Charlotte Hornets

On July 6, 2019, Terry Rozier was traded to the Charlotte Hornets as part of a sign-and-trade deal involving Kemba Walker. Rozier also received a new three-year, $56.7 million contract.

December 18, 2019: Career-High 35 Points

On December 18, 2019, Terry Rozier scored a then-career-high 35 points in a 100–98 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

March 8, 2020: Career-High 40 Points

On March 8, 2020, Terry Rozier surpassed his previous career-high by scoring 40 points in a 143–138 double-overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

December 23, 2020: Career-High 42 Points

On December 23, 2020, Terry Rozier scored a then-career-high 42 points in a 121–114 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

May 9, 2021: New Career-High 43 Points

On May 9, 2021, Terry Rozier surpassed his previous mark with a new career-high of 43 points in a 112–110 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

August 24, 2021: Contract Extension with the Hornets

On August 24, 2021, Terry Rozier signed a four-year, $97 million contract extension with the Charlotte Hornets.

February 12, 2022: Rozier Scores 35 Points

On February 12, 2022, Terry Rozier scored 35 points, along with 10 rebounds and nine assists, in a 125–118 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies.

January 6, 2023: Season-High 39 Points

On January 6, 2023, Terry Rozier scored a season-high 39 points, alongside two rebounds and four assists, in a 138–109 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.

2023: Sports Betting Scandal Allegations

In 2023, Terry Rozier was involved in allegations surrounding a sports betting scandal related to a game between his team, the Hornets, and the New Orleans Pelicans. Unusual bets were placed on Rozier's subpar performance, and he left the game early due to a foot injury.