Trae Young's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Trae Young. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Trae Young, nicknamed "Ice Trae", is a prominent American professional basketball player for the Atlanta Hawks. He gained attention during his single season at Oklahoma Sooners, where he tied the NCAA Division I single-game assists record and uniquely led the NCAA in both points and assists. Drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in 2018 and immediately traded to Atlanta for Luka Dončić, Young earned a unanimous selection to the 2019 NBA All-Rookie First Team alongside Dončić. As a four-time NBA All-Star, he has spearheaded the Hawks through three playoff appearances, most notably reaching the Eastern Conference Finals in 2021.

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December 1964: Oscar Robertson sets record

From December 1964 to January 1965, Oscar Robertson set a record that Trae Young tied in 2023 for consecutive games with at least 30 points and 10 assists.

January 1965: Oscar Robertson sets record

From December 1964 to January 1965, Oscar Robertson set a record that Trae Young tied in 2023 for consecutive games with at least 30 points and 10 assists.

2015: Norman North wins area championship

In 2015, during his sophomore year, Trae Young helped Norman North High School win the area championship, averaging 25 points, 5 assists, and 4 rebounds per game. He was also named Oklahoma's Sophomore of the Year.

2016: FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship Gold Medal

In 2016, Trae Young was a member of the U.S. men's national U18 team that won a gold medal at the FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship.

March 7, 2018: Young wins Wayman Tisdale Award

On March 7, 2018, Trae Young was awarded the Wayman Tisdale Award for National Freshman of the Year by the USBWA. He was also named Big 12's Freshman of the Year and a member of the All-Big 12's First Team, and was a consensus member of the All-American First Team.

2018: Young's season with the Oklahoma Sooners

In 2018, Trae Young's stellar performance with Oklahoma led to discussions of him being a top NBA draft pick. On January 20, Young recorded a new career-high 48 points in a loss to Oklahoma State.

February 25, 2019: Young scores career-high 36 points

On February 25, 2019, Trae Young scored a then career-high 36 points and made career high eight three-pointers in a 119–111 loss to the Houston Rockets.

January 23, 2020: Young selected for NBA All-Star Game

On January 23, 2020, Trae Young was selected for the NBA All-Star Game as a backcourt starter, marking a significant milestone in his career.

May 23, 2021: Young makes NBA playoff debut

On May 23, 2021, Trae Young debuted in the NBA playoffs, posting 32 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists against the New York Knicks, hitting a game-winning shot to secure a 107–105 victory in Game 1 of the First Round. He also became one of few players to record 30 points and 10 assists in their playoff debut.

January 3, 2022: Young scores career-high 56 points

On January 3, 2022, Trae Young scored a career-high 56 points, along with 14 assists, in a 136–131 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.

2022: Young selected for the NBA All-Star Game

In 2022, Trae Young was selected for the NBA All-Star Game once again as a backcourt starter. At the conclusion of the regular season, Young became the second player in NBA history to lead the league in total points and assists in a season, joining Tiny Archibald.

February 26, 2023: Young hits game-winning shot against Nets

On February 26, 2023, Trae Young scored 34 points and hit a game-winning shot in a 129–127 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

November 30, 2023: Young scores season-high 45 points

On November 30, 2023, Trae Young scored a season-high 45 points with 14 assists in a win against the San Antonio Spurs.

December 23, 2023: Young records 30 points and 13 assists

On December 23, 2023, Trae Young recorded 30 points and 13 assists in a loss against the Memphis Grizzlies, marking his seventh consecutive game with at least 30 points and 10 assists, tying Oscar Robertson's record.

February 6, 2024: Named to Third All-Star Team

On February 6, 2024, Trae Young was named to his third All-Star team as an injury replacement for Julius Randle, marking his first selection since the 2021–22 NBA season.

October 23, 2024: Hawks Season Opener Performance

On October 23, 2024, in the Hawks' season opener, Trae Young recorded 30 points, 12 assists, and five rebounds in a 120–116 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

January 7, 2025: Game-Winning Shot and 20-Assist Performance

On January 7, 2025, Trae Young made a half-court game-winning three-point shot at the buzzer to lift Atlanta over the Utah Jazz 124–121, capping off a 24-point, 20-assist performance. This marked his third 20-20 game of the season.