History of Udonis Haslem in Timeline

Udonis Haslem is an American basketball executive and former player, most notably for the Miami Heat, where he spent his entire 20-year NBA playing career and currently serves as Vice President of Basketball Development. He's one of only three players to play 20 years with a single NBA team. Before joining the Heat in 2003, he played college basketball for the Florida Gators and professionally in France. Haslem, a Miami native, is a three-time NBA champion (2006, 2012, 2013) and retired as the Heat's longest-tenured player.

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1933: Securities Act

In February 2022, a ruling stated that the Securities Act of 1933 applied to targeted solicitation. This Securities Act of 1933 impacted Udonis Haslem who was being sued.

1972: Father's College Basketball Career

In 1972, John Haslem, Udonis Haslem's father, began playing college basketball for the Stetson Hatters.

1974: Father's College Basketball Career End

In 1974, John Haslem, Udonis Haslem's father, ended playing college basketball for the Stetson Hatters.

June 9, 1980: Udonis Haslem Born

On June 9, 1980, Udonis Johneal Haslem was born. He would become a professional basketball executive and former player for the Miami Heat.

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1997: State Title at Miami High

In 1997, Udonis Haslem helped lead Miami High School to a state title, playing alongside Steve Blake.

1998: Miami High Stripped of Title

In 1998, Miami High was stripped of its state title and ordered to forfeit its entire schedule due to residency violations involving Haslem and other players.

1998: Second State Title at Miami High

In 1998, Udonis Haslem helped lead Miami High to another state title, marking the second of three consecutive wins.

1998: Joins University of Florida

In 1998, Udonis Haslem joined the University of Florida on an athletic scholarship, playing basketball for the Florida Gators under coach Billy Donovan.

1999: Met Wife Faith Rein

In 1999, Udonis Haslem met his future wife, Faith Rein-Haslem, at the University of Florida, where she was a track and field athlete.

1999: All-SEC Third Team

In 1999, Udonis Haslem was named to the coaches' All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) third team.

2000: All-SEC Third Team

In 2000, Udonis Haslem was named to the coaches' All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) third team for the second consecutive year.

2001: All-SEC First Team

In 2001, Udonis Haslem was named to the coaches' All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) first team.

2002: End of College Career

In 2002, Udonis Haslem concluded his college basketball career at the University of Florida.

2002: Undrafted in NBA Draft

In 2002, Udonis Haslem went undrafted in the NBA draft due to his perceived lack of size for a forward, despite an initial promise from the Seattle SuperSonics.

August 6, 2003: Signed with Miami Heat

On August 6, 2003, Udonis Haslem signed with his hometown team, the Miami Heat, marking the beginning of his NBA career.

2003: Signed with Miami Heat

In 2003, Udonis Haslem signed with his hometown team, the Miami Heat, marking the beginning of his NBA career.

2004: Started in 80 Games

In the 2004-05 season, Udonis Haslem started in all 80 games he appeared in for the Miami Heat, achieving significant career highs.

August 2005: Re-signed with the Heat

In August 2005, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Miami Heat.

June 2006: Won NBA Championship

In June 2006, Udonis Haslem helped the Miami Heat win their first NBA Championship, defeating the Dallas Mavericks in six games.

November 10, 2006: Career-High 28 Points

On November 10, 2006, Udonis Haslem scored a career-high 28 points in a victory over the New Jersey Nets.

2006: First NBA Championship

In 2006, Udonis Haslem won his first NBA Championship with the Miami Heat.

2007: Team Captain for the Heat

Since the 2007-08 season, Haslem was the team captain for the Miami Heat.

January 29, 2008: Sprained Ankle Injury

On January 29, 2008, Udonis Haslem suffered a sprained ankle during a game against the Boston Celtics, leading to him missing subsequent games.

2009: Last Time Haslem Scored 24 Points

Before scoring 24 points against the Orlando Magic in his final game on April 9, 2023, the last time Udonis Haslem scored 24 points was in 2009.

July 2010: Signed Five-Year Deal with Heat

In July 2010, Udonis Haslem signed a five-year deal to remain with the Miami Heat, accepting less money to stay with the team alongside new additions LeBron James and Chris Bosh.

November 2010: Torn Ligament in Foot

In November 2010, Udonis Haslem sustained a torn ligament in his foot, sidelining him for the remainder of the regular season.

May 2011: Return to Action

In May 2011, Udonis Haslem returned to action during the playoffs after recovering from a torn ligament in his foot.

November 2012: Franchise Leader in Rebounds

In November 2012, Udonis Haslem surpassed Alonzo Mourning to become the Miami Heat's franchise leader in total rebounds with 4,808.

2012: Second NBA Championship

In 2012, Udonis Haslem helped the Heat win his second NBA Championship, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder in five games.

2012: Inducted into UF Athletic Hall of Fame

In 2012, Udonis Haslem was inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame as a "Gator Great".

June 2013: Third NBA Championship

In June 2013, Udonis Haslem secured his third NBA championship after the Heat defeated the San Antonio Spurs in seven games.

2013: Third NBA Championship

In 2013, Udonis Haslem secured his third NBA Championship with the Miami Heat.

2013: Diminished On-Court Time

In the 2013-14 season, Udonis Haslem's on-court time diminished significantly as the season progressed, leading to reduced playing opportunities.

July 2014: Re-signed with Heat

In July 2014, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Miami Heat on a two-year deal, transitioning into a player-coach role focused on mentoring younger players.

2014: Opted Out of Contract

Following the 2013-14 season, Udonis Haslem decided to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Miami Heat.

2016: Re-signed with Heat

In 2016, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Heat on a one-year deal.

2017: Re-signed with Heat

In 2017, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Heat on a one-year deal.

2018: Re-signed with Heat

In 2018, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Heat on a one-year deal.

January 2019: Indication of Retirement

In January 2019, Udonis Haslem indicated that the 2018-19 season would be his last, suggesting a potential retirement.

August 6, 2019: Re-signed with the Heat

On August 6, 2019, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Miami Heat on a one-year contract.

November 28, 2020: Re-signed with the Heat

On November 28, 2020, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Miami Heat.

2020: Oldest Active Player

During the 2019-2020 season, Udonis Haslem became the oldest active player in the NBA following Vince Carter's retirement, and the Heat reached the 2020 NBA Finals.

May 13, 2021: Ejection During Game

On May 13, 2021, Udonis Haslem was ejected from a game against the Philadelphia 76ers, making him the oldest player in 20 years to be ejected.

August 15, 2021: Re-signed with the Heat

On August 15, 2021, Udonis Haslem re-signed with the Miami Heat.

February 2022: Ruling Against Bitconnect

In February 2022, the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Bitconnect, establishing that the Securities Act of 1933 extends to targeted solicitation using social media, influencing the FTX lawsuit against Haslem.

August 23, 2022: Announced Retirement Plans

On August 23, 2022, Udonis Haslem announced his intentions to retire after the 2022-23 season, re-signing with the Heat for another year.

November 2022: FTX Files for Bankruptcy

In November 2022, FTX, for which Udonis Haslem was a paid spokesperson, filed for bankruptcy, leading to a class-action lawsuit against its celebrity promoters.

April 9, 2023: Final Regular Season Game

On April 9, 2023, in his final regular season game, Udonis Haslem scored 24 points in a victory over the Orlando Magic, marking his highest-scoring output since 2009.