Career Timeline of Ömer Yurtseven: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Ömer Yurtseven, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Ömer Faruk Yurtseven is a Turkish professional basketball player currently playing for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. He is a center who previously played college basketball for NC State Wolfpack and Georgetown Hoyas. His professional career has been focused on basketball.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: FIBA Europe U16 Championship

In 2013, Ömer Yurtseven played at the FIBA Europe U16 Championship as a member of the Turkish junior national team.

2014: FIBA Europe U16 Championship All-Tournament Team

In 2014, Ömer Yurtseven was named to the All-Tournament Team at the FIBA Europe U16 Championship.

2014: FIBA Europe Under-16 Championship

In 2014, Ömer Yurtseven was selected to the Best Five of the 2014 FIBA Europe Under-16 Championship and invited to play at the Jordan Brand Classic International Game.

March 2015: EuroLeague Debut

In March 2015, Ömer Yurtseven made his EuroLeague debut for Fenerbahçe against Emporio Armani Milano, scoring 2 points in just over a minute of playing time.

October 2015: NBA Preseason Game

In October 2015, Ömer Yurtseven played against the Brooklyn Nets in an NBA preseason game, recording 8 points, 7 rebounds, and one block. At 17 years old, he became the youngest player to play in an NBA preseason game at the time.

2015: FIBA Europe U18 Championship

In 2015, Ömer Yurtseven played at the FIBA Europe U18 Championship, winning a silver medal with Turkey's junior national team.

February 2016: Leaves Fenerbahçe

In February 2016, Ömer Yurtseven left Fenerbahçe, citing the need for more playing time as the reason for his departure to pursue college basketball.

2016: FIBA Europe U20 Championship

In 2016, Ömer Yurtseven played at the FIBA Europe U20 Championship, winning a bronze medal and being named to the All-Tournament Team with Turkey's junior national team.

March 2017: NBA Draft Consideration

In March 2017, Ömer Yurtseven explored entering the 2017 NBA draft while leaving open the possibility of returning to North Carolina State for his sophomore year. He later decided to return to college.

2017: FIBA Europe U20 Championship

In 2017, Ömer Yurtseven finished his career with Turkey's junior national teams at the FIBA Europe U20 Championship.

March 2018: Explores NBA Draft and Transfer

In March 2018, Ömer Yurtseven again considered going pro for the 2018 NBA draft. He also confirmed that he would transfer to a different university even if he remained in college.

2019: Debut for Georgetown

In 2019, Ömer Yurtseven debuted for Georgetown, scoring 20 points in a win over Mount St. Mary's.

April 2020: Enters 2020 NBA Draft

In April 2020, Ömer Yurtseven announced that he was entering the 2020 NBA draft and would not return to Georgetown.

December 2020: Signs with Oklahoma City Thunder

In December 2020, after going undrafted in the 2020 NBA draft, Ömer Yurtseven signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder, but was waived the next day.

January 28, 2021: Joins Oklahoma City Blue

On January 28, 2021, Ömer Yurtseven was included in the roster of the Oklahoma City Blue, the NBA G League affiliate of the Thunder.

May 2021: Signs with Miami Heat

In May 2021, Ömer Yurtseven signed with the Miami Heat.

July 2023: Signs with Utah Jazz

In July 2023, Ömer Yurtseven signed with the Utah Jazz.

2023: NBA Finals Appearance

In 2023, Ömer Yurtseven played in the NBA Finals with the Miami Heat, who lost to the Denver Nuggets in 5 games.

July 2024: Waived by Utah Jazz

In July 2024, Ömer Yurtseven was waived by the Utah Jazz.

August 2024: Signs with Panathinaikos

In August 2024, Ömer Yurtseven signed a two-year deal with Panathinaikos, the reigning EuroLeague and Greek League champions, joining head coach Ergin Ataman's roster.

February 2026: Departs from Panathinaikos

On February 28, 2026, Panathinaikos exercised an opt-out clause in Ömer Yurtseven's contract, leading to his departure. This decision was influenced by the return of Mathias Lessort.