Zach LaVine's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Zach LaVine.

Zach LaVine is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. Drafted 13th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2014, LaVine quickly gained recognition for his athleticism, particularly as a two-time Slam Dunk Contest champion. His career reached new heights with the Chicago Bulls, where he earned NBA All-Star selections in 2021 and 2022, showcasing his scoring prowess and all-around game. He further cemented his status as an elite player by winning a gold medal as a member of the 2020 U.S. Olympic team in Tokyo.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2013: Washington State Player of the Year

In 2013, as a senior, Zach LaVine was named the 2013 Associated Press Washington state player of the year and Washington Mr. Basketball. He was also recognized nationally as a first-team Parade All-American.

2014: Drafted into NBA

In 2014, Zach LaVine was selected in the first round of the NBA draft with the 13th overall pick by the Minnesota Timberwolves.

February 2015: Won Slam Dunk Contest

In February 2015, Zach LaVine won the Slam Dunk Contest during the NBA All-Star Weekend, becoming the youngest champion since 1997.

2016: All-Star Weekend MVP

During the 2016 All-Star Weekend, Zach LaVine scored 30 points for Team USA in the Rising Stars Challenge to capture MVP honors. He also became the fourth player ever to win consecutive Slam Dunk Contests.

2016: Consecutive Slam Dunk Contest

In 2016, Zach LaVine became the fourth NBA player to ever win consecutive dunk contests.

January 13, 2018: First Game After Injury

On January 13, 2018, in his first game in 11 months after recovering from a torn ACL, Zach LaVine scored 14 points in the Bulls' win over the Detroit Pistons.

February 23, 2019: Career-High Points

On February 23, 2019, Zach LaVine scored a then-career-high 42 points in a win over the Celtics.

2020: Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Zach LaVine won a gold medal as part of the U.S. Olympic team in Tokyo.

February 24, 2021: Named All-Star Reserve

On February 24, 2021, Zach LaVine was named a reserve for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game.

2021: NBA All-Star Selection

In 2021, Zach LaVine was named an NBA All-Star with the Chicago Bulls.

2021: LaVine Wins Olympic Gold Medal with Team USA

In 2021, Zach LaVine was selected for Team USA at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo (postponed due to COVID-19). He played as the team's sixth man, averaging 10.6 points per game, and contributed with assists, defense, and three-point shooting. LaVine and Team USA won the Olympic gold medal in men's basketball.

2022: Named All-Star Reserve

In 2022, Zach LaVine was named a reserve for the NBA All-Star Game.

January 6, 2023: LaVine Scores 41 Points Against 76ers

On January 6, 2023, Zach LaVine scored 41 points while shooting 14-of-19 from the field and 11-of-13 from beyond the three-point line, leading to a 126–112 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. This marked his fourth career game with at least 40 points on 70% shooting, surpassing Scottie Pippen for the second-most in Bulls history.

October 28, 2023: LaVine Scores Career-High 51 Points

On October 28, 2023, Zach LaVine achieved a career-high of 51 points in a 118–102 loss against the Detroit Pistons.

November 29, 2024: LaVine Surpasses Hinrich as Bulls All-Time Leader in Three-Pointers

On November 29, 2024, Zach LaVine scored 29 points in a 138–129 loss to the Boston Celtics. He also achieved 1,051 three-pointers made as a Bull, surpassing Kirk Hinrich as the all-time leader in three-pointers made in Bulls franchise history.