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 played college basketball at the University of Tennessee before being drafted 19th overall in the 2011 NBA draft by the Charlotte Bobcats, subsequently traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. Throughout his NBA career, Harris has also played for the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers.

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2009: Pistons Earn Playoff Berth

In 2009, the Detroit Pistons earned a playoff berth for the first time since 2009.

2010: College Basketball at Tennessee

In 2010, Tobias Harris played for the Tennessee Volunteers as a freshman. He was a USBWA Freshman All-America second-team selection and named second-team All-SEC and earned a spot on the SEC All-Freshman Team.

May 9, 2011: Declares for NBA Draft

On May 9, 2011, Tobias Harris declared for the NBA draft, foregoing his final three years of college eligibility.

June 23, 2011: Drafted by Charlotte Bobcats

On June 23, 2011, Tobias Harris was selected with the 19th overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft by the Charlotte Bobcats and later traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

December 10, 2011: Signs with Milwaukee Bucks

On December 10, 2011, Tobias 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 for the Tennessee Volunteers. He was drafted 19th overall by the Charlotte Bobcats, then traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

January 7, 2012: NBA Debut

On January 7, 2012, Tobias 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 Tobias Harris's rookie-scale contract, extending the contract through the 2013–14 season.

February 21, 2013: Traded to Orlando Magic

On February 21, 2013, Tobias Harris was traded to the Orlando Magic, along with Doron Lamb and Beno Udrih, in exchange for JJ Redick, Gustavo Ayón and Ish Smith. His playing time and stats significantly increased afterwards.

October 26, 2013: Magic Exercise Team Option

On October 26, 2013, the Magic exercised their fourth-year team option on Tobias Harris's rookie-scale contract, extending the contract through the 2014–15 season.

2013: Contract Extended

In 2013, the Bucks extended Tobias Harris's rookie-scale contract through the 2013-14 season by exercising their third-year team option on October 24, 2012.

January 24, 2014: Career High in Rebounds

On January 24, 2014, Tobias Harris recorded 28 points and a career-high 20 rebounds in a 114–105 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

February 7, 2014: Game-Winning Buzzer Beater

On February 7, 2014, Tobias Harris scored a game-winning dunk at the buzzer against Oklahoma City.

March 2, 2014: Career High in Points

On March 2, 2014, Tobias Harris scored a career-high 31 points in a 92–81 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

2014: Contract Extended

In 2014, the Magic extended Tobias Harris's rookie-scale contract through the 2014-15 season by exercising their fourth-year team option on October 26, 2013.

February 6, 2015: New Career High in Points

On February 6, 2015, Tobias Harris set a new career high with 34 points in a 103–97 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

July 14, 2015: Re-signs with Orlando Magic

On July 14, 2015, Tobias 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, Tobias 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, Tobias Harris scored a season-high 26 points in a loss to the Golden State Warriors.

2016: NBA Community Service Award

In 2016, Tobias Harris received the NBA Community Service Award. He also created the "Tobias Harris School of Mentoring Program".

March 11, 2017: New Season High Points

On March 11, 2017, Tobias Harris set a new season high with 28 points in a win over the New York Knicks.

October 25, 2017: Matches Career High Points

On October 25, 2017, Tobias Harris matched a career high with 34 points in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

November 13, 2017: Eastern Conference Player of the Week

On November 13, 2017, Tobias Harris was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played from November 6 to November 12.

December 26, 2017: 30 Points Against Indiana Pacers

On December 26, 2017, Tobias Harris scored 30 points, with 21 of those points in the first quarter, in a win over the Indiana Pacers.

January 29, 2018: Traded to Los Angeles Clippers

On January 29, 2018, Tobias Harris was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers along with Avery Bradley, Boban Marjanović, a future protected first-round draft pick and a future second-round draft pick.

February 23, 2018: 30 Points and 12 Rebounds

On February 23, 2018, Tobias Harris recorded 30 points and 12 rebounds in a win over the Phoenix Suns.

November 15, 2018: Career-Best Scoring Streak

On November 15, 2018, Tobias Harris scored 18 points in a win over the San Antonio Spurs, marking at least 15 points in a career-best 14 straight games.

February 6, 2019: Traded to Philadelphia 76ers

On February 6, 2019, Tobias Harris was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers, along with Boban Marjanović and Mike Scott.

July 6, 2019: Re-signed with the Sixers

On July 6, 2019, Tobias Harris re-signed with the Philadelphia 76ers to a five-year, $180 million contract.

January 4, 2021: Eastern Conference Player of the Week

On January 4, 2021, Tobias Harris was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week.

January 27, 2021: Game-Winning Shot Against Lakers

On January 27, 2021, Tobias Harris hit a game-winning pull-up jump shot against the Los Angeles Lakers.

2021: NBA Community Service Award

In 2021, Tobias Harris received the NBA Community Service Award.

April 16, 2022: Playoff Game 1 Performance

On April 16, 2022, during Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs, Tobias Harris recorded 26 points and six assists in a win over the Toronto Raptors.

July 8, 2024: Signs With Detroit Pistons

On July 8, 2024, Tobias Harris signed a two-year, $52 million contract to return to the Detroit Pistons.

April 19, 2025: Playoff Game 1

On April 19, 2025, Tobias Harris recorded 25 points, six rebounds and two blocks in a Game 1 loss to the New York Knicks during the first round of the NBA playoffs.