History of Collin Gillespie in Timeline

Collin Gillespie is an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. He previously played college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats, where he achieved significant recognition. Gillespie was named the Big East co-Player of the Year in 2021 and subsequently won the award outright in 2022, highlighting his exceptional performance and contribution to the team's success.

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June 25, 1999: Collin Gillespie Born

On June 25, 1999, Collin Andrew Gillespie was born. He later became a professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns of the NBA after playing college basketball for the Villanova Wildcats.

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April 14, 2017: Signed with Villanova

On April 14, 2017, Collin Gillespie signed a letter of intent with Villanova, joining Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree and Jermaine Samuels in the class of 2021.

January 28, 2020: First Double-Double

On January 28, 2020, Collin Gillespie achieved his first double-double, scoring 17 points and grabbing a career-high 13 rebounds in a 79–59 victory over St. John's.

March 3, 2021: Tore MCL

On March 3, 2021, Collin Gillespie tore his MCL during a 72–60 win over Creighton, prematurely ending his season.

February 15, 2022: Career-High 33 Points

On February 15, 2022, Collin Gillespie scored a career-high 33 points in an 89–84 win at Providence, despite playing on a swollen ankle.

July 30, 2022: Surgery for Leg Fracture

On July 30, 2022, the Denver Nuggets announced that Collin Gillespie underwent surgery for a lower leg fracture and would be out indefinitely.

July 18, 2023: Re-signed with the Denver Nuggets

On July 18, 2023, Collin Gillespie re-signed with the Denver Nuggets on another two-way contract.

July 2, 2024: Signed with Phoenix Suns

On July 2, 2024, Collin Gillespie signed a two-way contract with the Phoenix Suns.

March 4, 2025: Season-High 10 Points in Comeback Win

On March 4, 2025, Collin Gillespie recorded a season-high 10 points in a 23-point comeback win against the Los Angeles Clippers, along with three assists and two rebounds in 15 minutes of playing time.