Last Updated on December 24, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is detailed information about Doug Collins:

  • Full Name: Paul Douglas Collins
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born July 28, 1951
  • Hometown: Christopher, Illinois, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m)
  • Weight: 180 lbs (82 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 7 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 15 (US)
  • Number: 20
  • Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
  • High School: Benton High School (Benton, Illinois)
  • College: Illinois State University (1969–1973)
  • NBA Draft
    • Year: 1973
    • Pick: 1st overall
    • Team: Philadelphia 76ers
  • Teams Played For
    • Philadelphia 76ers (1973–1981)
  • Coaching Career
    1. Chicago Bulls (1986–1989)
    2. Detroit Pistons (1995–1998)
    3. Washington Wizards (2001–2003)
    4. Philadelphia 76ers (2010–2013)
  • Championship Rings
    • NBA Championships as a player: None
    • Olympic Achievements: Played for Team USA in the 1972 Olympics and scored crucial free throws in the controversial gold-medal game against the Soviet Union.
  • Kids:
    • Son: Chris Collins, currently the head coach for Northwestern University’s men’s basketball team.
    • Daughter: Kelly Collins, who works in education and community development.
  • Siblings: Not widely documented.

Fun Facts

  • Olympic History: Collins was part of the 1972 U.S. Olympic basketball team that controversially lost the gold medal game to the Soviet Union.
  • Injuries: His playing career was cut short due to recurring injuries.
  • Broadcasting Career: After coaching, Collins became a well-known NBA analyst for networks like NBC, TNT, and ESPN.
  • Impact on Michael Jordan: As head coach of the Chicago Bulls, Collins helped develop a young Michael Jordan in the late 1980s.
  • Legacy: Renowned for his basketball IQ, both as a player and as a coach, Collins left an enduring mark on the NBA through his contributions on and off the court.