History of Collin Gillespie in Timeline

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

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June 25, 1999: Collin Gillespie's Birth

On June 25, 1999, Collin Andrew Gillespie was born. He is now a professional basketball player in the NBA.

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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.

2017: Enrolled at Villanova

In the fall of 2017, Collin Gillespie enrolled at Villanova, deciding not to redshirt and quickly integrating into the team's rotation.

February 3, 2019: Scored Season-High Against Georgetown

On February 3, 2019, Collin Gillespie scored a season-high 30 points in a 77–65 win against Georgetown.

2019: Won Bronze at Pan American Games

In the summer of 2019, Collin Gillespie was part of the United States National team that won bronze at the Pan American Games in Peru, defeating the Dominican Republic.

January 28, 2020: First Double-Double

On January 28, 2020, Collin Gillespie recorded his first double-double with 17 points and 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 game against Creighton, prematurely ending his season.

2021: Joined class of 2021

In 2021, Collin Gillespie joined Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree and Jermaine Samuels in the graduating class at Villanova.

2021: Big East Co-Player of the Year

In 2021, Collin Gillespie was named Big East co-Player of the Year.

February 15, 2022: Career-High 33 Points

On February 15, 2022, Collin Gillespie scored a career-high 33 points despite playing on a swollen ankle in a win against Providence.

July 30, 2022: Underwent Leg Surgery

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

2022: Signed with Denver Nuggets

In 2022, after going undrafted in the NBA draft, Collin Gillespie signed a two-way contract with the Denver Nuggets and joined their Summer League team.

July 18, 2023: Re-signed with Denver Nuggets

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

2023: NBA Champion

In 2023, Collin Gillespie ended his rookie season as an NBA champion when the Denver Nuggets beat the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals, although he didn't make his NBA debut.

July 2, 2024: Signed with the Phoenix Suns

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

March 4, 2025: Season-High 10 Points

On March 4, 2025, Collin Gillespie recorded a season-high 10 points, along with three assists and two rebounds, in a comeback win against the Los Angeles Clippers. His play style during the game drew comparisons to Suns great Steve Nash.