Jeremy Lin

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Covers

Records

Jeremy Lin's career is a testament to perseverance and breaking barriers. He is the first American of Chinese or Taiwanese descent to play in the NBA, and the first Harvard graduate to do so in the modern era. His Linsanity run in 2012 captured the world's imagination, leading to a Sports Illustrated cover and a spot on the Time 100 list. Winning the NBA Championship in 2019 made him the first Asian American player to achieve that feat, a milestone that resonates deeply with fans. Lin's impact extends beyond basketball, as he has become a role model for Asian Americans and a voice for social justice.

AwardsJeremy Lin's most notable award is the ESPY for Breakthrough Athlete of the Year, which he won in 2012 during the height of Linsanity. He also earned an NBA Championship ring with the Toronto Raptors in 2019, a team achievement that highlights his career success. While individual accolades were limited, his impact on the game and culture far exceeds the trophies on his shelf.

Honours & Distinctions

Time 100

Time Magazine·2012

Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world

Sports Illustrated Cover

Sports Illustrated·2012

Featured on the cover during Linsanity

Magazine Covers

Sports Illustrated

February 2012

Linsanity!

Time

February 2012

The Rise of Jeremy Lin

Records & Feats

First Asian American to win an NBA Championship

Historic First·2019

Won the 2019 NBA title with the Toronto Raptors, becoming the first Asian American player to do so.

Most points in first four career starts

Career Milestone·2012

Scored 109 points in his first four starts, an NBA record.