Tobias Harris is an American professional basketball player who most recently played for the Philadelphia 76ers. After playing college basketball for the Tennessee Volunteers, he was drafted 19th overall by the Charlotte Bobcats in 2011 and immediately traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. Throughout his NBA career, Harris has also played for the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Clippers, and Philadelphia 76ers.
July 15, 1992: Birth of Tobias Harris
Tobias John Harris was born on July 15, 1992.
2008: High School Transfer
In 2008, Tobias Harris transferred from Half Hollow Hills High School West to Long Island Lutheran Middle and High School for his junior year.
2009: Playoff Berth with the Pistons
The Detroit Pistons, with Tobias Harris on the roster, secured a playoff spot in 2009 for the first time since 2009.
2010: College Basketball at Tennessee
Tobias Harris played college basketball for the Tennessee Volunteers under coach Bruce Pearl in 2010. He earned several accolades, including USBWA Freshman All-America second-team selection and second-team All-SEC.
2010: Mr. New York Basketball and McDonald's All-American
Tobias Harris received the Mr. New York Basketball award and was named a McDonald's All-American in 2010.
May 9, 2011: Declaration for NBA Draft
On May 9, 2011, Tobias Harris declared for the NBA draft, giving up his remaining three years of college eligibility.
June 23, 2011: NBA Draft Selection and Trade
On June 23, 2011, the Charlotte Bobcats selected Tobias Harris with the 19th overall pick in the NBA draft. He was then traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.
December 10, 2011: Signing of Rookie Contract
Tobias Harris signed his rookie scale contract with the Milwaukee Bucks on December 10, 2011.
2011: NBA Draft
In 2011, Tobias Harris declared for the NBA draft after one season of college basketball at the University of Tennessee.
January 7, 2012: NBA Debut
On January 7, 2012, Tobias Harris made his NBA debut against the Los Angeles Clippers.
October 24, 2012: Third-Year Team Option Exercised
The Milwaukee Bucks exercised their third-year team option on Tobias Harris's rookie scale contract on October 24, 2012, extending his contract through the 2013–14 season.
February 21, 2013: Trade to the Orlando Magic
Tobias Harris was traded to the Orlando Magic from the Milwaukee Bucks on February 21, 2013, in a deal that involved players such as J.J. Redick and Gustavo Ayón.
October 26, 2013: Fourth-Year Team Option Exercised
The Orlando Magic picked up the fourth-year team option on Tobias Harris's rookie scale contract on October 26, 2013, securing his services through the 2014–15 season.
2013: Increased Playing Time with the Orlando Magic
Tobias Harris's playing time significantly increased after being traded to the Orlando Magic in 2013, leading to a corresponding improvement in his statistics.
January 24, 2014: Career-High in Rebounds
Tobias Harris recorded 28 points and a career-high 20 rebounds in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers on January 24, 2014.
March 2, 2014: Career-High in Points
On March 2, 2014, Tobias Harris scored a career-high 31 points in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
2014: Career-High Performances
In 2014, Tobias Harris achieved career-highs in points and rebounds, showcasing his development as a key player for the Orlando Magic.
February 6, 2015: New Career-High in Points
On February 6, 2015, Tobias Harris established a new career-high by scoring 34 points in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers.
July 14, 2015: Re-signing with the Orlando Magic
Tobias Harris re-signed with the Orlando Magic on July 14, 2015, inking a four-year, $64 million contract.
2015: Public Expression of Faith and Charitable Giving
In 2015, during an interview with "Razz and Jazz Sports", Tobias Harris openly discussed his Christian faith, emphasizing the importance of love and compassion in his interactions with others. Furthermore, he generously donated $1 million to nine different charities within the Philadelphia area, demonstrating his commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of others.
February 16, 2016: Trade to the 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 26 Points
Tobias Harris came off the bench for the first time in the 2016–17 season and went on to score a season-high 26 points in a game against the Golden State Warriors on December 23, 2016.
2016: NBA Community Assist Award and Philanthropic Efforts
Tobias Harris received the NBA Community Assist Award in 2016 in recognition of his outstanding commitment to community service. Some of his notable contributions include establishing the "Tobias Harris School of Mentoring Program," partnering with the Yes We Can Community Center and UAS Inc. to support student-athletes throughout their recruiting journey, and donating $10,000 to "Feeding Children Everywhere" to combat childhood hunger.
2016: Friendship with Boban Marjanović
Tobias Harris's close friendship with Boban Marjanović began in 2016 when they became teammates on the Detroit Pistons. They continued to play together on the Los Angeles Clippers and Philadelphia 76ers until 2019.
March 11, 2017: New Season-High in Points
Tobias Harris set a new season-high with 28 points during a game against the New York Knicks on March 11, 2017.
October 25, 2017: Matching Career-High Points
On October 25, 2017, Tobias Harris tied his career-high by scoring 34 points in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
November 13, 2017: Eastern Conference Player of the Week
Tobias Harris earned the Eastern Conference Player of the Week award for games played from November 6 to November 12, 2017.
December 26, 2017: Dominant First Quarter Performance
Tobias Harris had a standout first quarter, scoring 21 of his 30 points in the Pistons' victory over the Indiana Pacers on December 26, 2017.
January 29, 2018: Trade to the Los Angeles Clippers
Tobias Harris was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers as part of a deal that sent Blake Griffin to the Detroit Pistons on January 29, 2018.
February 23, 2018: Notable Performance with the Clippers
On February 23, 2018, Tobias Harris delivered a strong performance with 30 points and 12 rebounds in a game against the Phoenix Suns.
November 15, 2018: Scoring Streak and Player of the Week Award
Tobias Harris continued his consistent scoring by reaching at least 15 points in 14 consecutive games on November 15, 2018. This impressive streak contributed to him being named Western Conference Player of the Week.
February 6, 2019: Trade to the Philadelphia 76ers
Tobias Harris was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on February 6, 2019.
July 6, 2019: Re-signing with the Philadelphia 76ers
Tobias Harris re-signed with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 6, 2019, agreeing to a five-year, $180 million contract.
2019: Tribute to Morgan Childs
Tobias Harris wears the jersey number 12 to honor his close friend and former teammate, Morgan Childs, who tragically passed away from leukemia at the age of 17. This act is a testament to the enduring bond they shared.
January 4, 2021: Eastern Conference Player of the Week
Tobias Harris was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week on January 4, 2021.
January 27, 2021: Game-Winning Shot against the Lakers
On January 27, 2021, Tobias Harris hit a game-winning shot with 3.7 seconds left on the clock to secure a victory for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Los Angeles Lakers.
2021: Second NBA Community Assist Award
Tobias Harris was once again honored with the NBA Community Assist Award in 2021, highlighting his continued dedication to using his platform for positive change.
April 16, 2022: Playoff Performance against the Raptors
Tobias Harris put up a strong playoff performance with 26 points and six assists, contributing to the Philadelphia 76ers' win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of the first round on April 16, 2022.
2022: Marriage to Jasmine Winton
In 2022, Tobias Harris married his long-time girlfriend, Jasmine Winton.
May 2, 2024: 76ers Eliminated from Playoffs
On May 2, 2024, Tobias Harris and the Philadelphia 76ers were eliminated from the NBA playoffs by the New York Knicks in a 118-115 loss. Harris had a disappointing game, going scoreless in the crucial Game 6 matchup.