Career Timeline of Tobias Harris: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Tobias Harris built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Tobias Harris is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. He entered the NBA in 2011 after one season with the Tennessee Volunteers, initially drafted by the Charlotte Bobcats and immediately traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. He has also played for the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Clippers, and Philadelphia 76ers. Notably, Harris holds the distinction of having the highest career earnings in NBA history without ever being selected as an All-Star.
2009: Pistons playoff berth
In 2016, the Detroit Pistons earned a playoff berth for the first time since 2009.
2010: Joins Tennessee Volunteers
In 2010, Harris played as a freshman for the Tennessee Volunteers, showcasing versatility and consistency.
May 9, 2011: Declares for NBA Draft
On May 9, 2011, Harris declared for the NBA draft, forgoing his final three years of college eligibility.
June 23, 2011: Drafted by Charlotte Bobcats
On June 23, 2011, Harris was selected with the 19th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Charlotte Bobcats and then traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.
December 10, 2011: Signs with Milwaukee Bucks
On December 10, 2011, Harris signed his rookie-scale contract with the Milwaukee Bucks.
2011: NBA Draft
In 2011, Tobias Harris declared for the NBA draft after playing one season of college basketball for the Tennessee Volunteers.
January 7, 2012: NBA Debut
On January 7, 2012, Harris made his NBA debut against the Los Angeles Clippers.
October 24, 2012: Bucks Exercise Team Option
On October 24, 2012, the Bucks exercised their third-year team option on Harris's rookie-scale contract, extending the contract through the 2013–14 season.
February 21, 2013: Traded to Orlando Magic
On February 21, 2013, Harris was traded to the Orlando Magic, which led to a significant increase in his playing time and improved statistics.
October 26, 2013: Magic Exercise Team Option
On October 26, 2013, the Magic exercised their fourth-year team option on Harris's rookie-scale contract, extending the contract through the 2014–15 season.
2013: Contract extended with Bucks
In 2013, the Milwaukee Bucks extended Tobias Harris' contract through the 2013-14 season.
January 24, 2014: Career-High Rebounds
On January 24, 2014, Harris recorded 28 points and a career-high 20 rebounds in a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
February 7, 2014: Game-Winning Buzzer Beater
On February 7, 2014, Harris scored a game-winning dunk at the buzzer against Oklahoma City.
March 2, 2014: Career-High Points
On March 2, 2014, Harris scored a career-high 31 points in a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
2014: Contract extended with Magic
In 2014, the Orlando Magic extended Tobias Harris' contract through the 2014-15 season.
February 6, 2015: New Career High
On February 6, 2015, Harris set a new career high with 34 points in a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
July 14, 2015: Re-Signs with the Magic
On July 14, 2015, Harris re-signed with the Orlando Magic to a four-year, $64 million contract.
February 16, 2016: Traded to Detroit Pistons
On February 16, 2016, Harris was traded to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for Ersan İlyasova and Brandon Jennings.
December 23, 2016: Season-High Points
On December 23, 2016, Harris scored a season-high 26 points in a loss to the Golden State Warriors.
2016: NBA Community Service Award
In 2016, Harris was the recipient of the NBA Community Service Award.
March 11, 2017: New Season High
On March 11, 2017, Harris set a new season high with 28 points in a win over the New York Knicks.
October 25, 2017: Career High Points Matched
On October 25, 2017, Harris matched a career high with 34 points in a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
November 13, 2017: Eastern Conference Player of the Week
On November 13, 2017, Harris was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played from November 6 to November 12.
December 26, 2017: 30 points against the Pacers
On December 26, 2017, Harris scored 21 of his 30 points in the first quarter of the Pistons' win over the Indiana Pacers.
January 29, 2018: Traded to Los Angeles Clippers
On January 29, 2018, Harris was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers.
February 23, 2018: 30 Points and 12 Rebounds
On February 23, 2018, Harris recorded 30 points and 12 rebounds in a win over the Phoenix Suns.
November 15, 2018: 15 Points In 14 Straight Games
On November 15, 2018, Harris scored 18 points in a win over the San Antonio Spurs, marking his 14th straight game scoring at least 15 points.
February 6, 2019: Traded to Philadelphia 76ers
On February 6, 2019, Harris was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.
July 6, 2019: Re-Signed with Sixers
On July 6, 2019, the Sixers re-signed Harris to a five-year, $180 million contract.
January 4, 2021: Eastern Conference Player of the Week
On January 4, 2021, Harris was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week.
January 27, 2021: Game-Winning Shot
On January 27, 2021, Harris hit a game-winning shot against the Los Angeles Lakers.
2021: NBA Community Service Award
In 2021, Harris was the recipient of the NBA Community Service Award.
April 16, 2022: Playoff Win Over Raptors
On April 16, 2022, Harris scored 26 points in a 131–111 playoff win over the Toronto Raptors.
May 2, 2024: Playoff Elimination
On May 2, 2024, Harris went scoreless as the Knicks eliminated the 76ers in Game 6 of the first round of the playoffs.
July 8, 2024: Signs with Detroit Pistons
On July 8, 2024, Harris signed a two-year, $52 million contract to return to the Detroit Pistons.
April 19, 2025: Playoff Game 1
On April 19, 2025, during Game 1 of the NBA playoffs, Harris recorded 25 points in a loss to the New York Knicks.
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