History of Jared Butler in Timeline

Jared Butler is a professional basketball player currently with the Philadelphia 76ers. He gained prominence playing college basketball for the Baylor Bears. In 2021, during his junior year, he achieved consensus first-team All-American status and played a pivotal role in leading Baylor to a national championship victory. Butler was recognized as the Final Four Most Outstanding Player (MOP) for his contributions to the team's success.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

August 25, 2000: Jared Butler's Birth

On August 25, 2000, Jared Gladwyn Butler was born.

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February 25, 2019: Big 12 Newcomer of the Week

On February 25, 2019, Jared Butler was named the Big 12 Newcomer of the Week after averaging 14.5 points, 4.5 assists, and 4.0 rebounds in conference games against Iowa State and West Virginia.

November 5, 2019: Scored 30 Points Against Central Arkansas

On November 5, 2019, Jared Butler scored 30 points and made a career-high eight three-pointers in a 105–61 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 win ever at the 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 77–69 win against Kansas.

June 22, 2021: Referred to NBA Fitness-to-Play Panel

On June 22, 2021, Jared Butler was referred to a fitness-to-play panel by the NBA and was not permitted to play or practice in the league.

2021: National Championship and MOP

In 2021, Jared Butler, as a junior, was named a consensus first-team All-American and led the Baylor Bears to a national championship. Butler was also named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player (MOP).

March 18, 2022: Career-High 21 Points Against Clippers

On March 18, 2022, Jared Butler recorded a career-high 21 points, alongside seven assists, in a 121–92 win over the Los Angeles Clippers.

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 Against 76ers

On January 9, 2025, Jared Butler put up a career-high 26 points, along with four rebounds and seven assists in a 109–103 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.