History of Jared Butler in Timeline
Jared Butler is an American professional basketball player currently with the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA. He gained prominence playing college basketball for the Baylor Bears, where he was a consensus first-team All-American in 2021. That year, he led Baylor to a national championship and earned the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award, solidifying his status as a key player in their victory.
August 25, 2000: Jared Butler's Birth
On August 25, 2000, Jared Gladwyn Butler was born. He would later become a professional basketball player.
February 25, 2019: Big 12 Newcomer of the Week
On February 25, 2019, Jared Butler was named Big 12 Newcomer of the Week after averaging 14.5 points, 4.5 assists, and 4.0 rebounds in conference games.
November 5, 2019: Career-High 30 Points
On November 5, 2019, Jared Butler scored 30 points and made a career-high eight three-pointers in a win over Central Arkansas.
January 11, 2020: Baylor Defeats Kansas
On January 11, 2020, Jared Butler scored 22 points as Baylor defeated Kansas for its first-ever win at Phog Allen Fieldhouse.
January 18, 2021: Season-High 30 Points Against Kansas
On January 18, 2021, Jared Butler recorded a season-high 30 points and eight assists in a win against Kansas.
June 22, 2021: NBA Fitness-to-Play Panel Referral
On June 22, 2021, Jared Butler was referred to a fitness-to-play panel by the NBA, temporarily preventing him from playing or practicing in the league.
2021: National Championship and MOP
In 2021, Jared Butler, as a junior, achieved consensus first-team All-American honors and led the Baylor Bears to a national championship. He was also named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player (MOP).
March 18, 2022: Career-High 21 Points for the Jazz
On March 18, 2022, Jared Butler recorded a career-high 21 points, alongside seven assists, in a win over the Los Angeles Clippers while playing for the Utah Jazz.
October 15, 2022: Waived by the Jazz
On October 15, 2022, Jared Butler was waived by the Utah Jazz.
November 4, 2022: Named to Grand Rapids Gold Roster
On November 4, 2022, Jared Butler was named to the opening night roster for the Grand Rapids Gold.
March 3, 2023: Signed Two-Way Contract with Thunder
On March 3, 2023, Jared Butler signed a two-way contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
July 28, 2023: Signed Two-Way Contract with Wizards
On July 28, 2023, Jared Butler signed a two-way contract with the Washington Wizards.
March 5, 2024: Signed Multi-Year Deal with Wizards
On March 5, 2024, Jared Butler signed a multi-year deal with the Washington Wizards.
January 9, 2025: Career-High 26 Points
On January 9, 2025, Jared Butler achieved a career-high of 26 points, along with four rebounds and seven assists, in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
February 6, 2025: Traded to the 76ers
On February 6, 2025, Jared Butler was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Reggie Jackson.
