Early Life and Education of Scot Pollard: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Scot Pollard, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Scot Pollard is a retired American professional basketball player who played for 11 years in the NBA. He was a center known for his unique personality and style. Pollard played for five different teams, including the Detroit Pistons, Sacramento Kings, Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics. He reached the NBA finals with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2007 and won a championship with the Boston Celtics in 2008. Since retiring from the NBA, Pollard has been involved in various media appearances and reality television shows.
February 12, 1975: Scot Pollard's Birth
On February 12, 1975, Scot Pollard was born. He is an American former professional basketball player.
1993: High School All-American
In 1993, Scot Pollard was named a high school All-American by Parade magazine.
1997: Graduation from the University of Kansas
In 1997, Scot Pollard graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in education.
1997: NBA Draft
In 1997, Scot Pollard was the 19th pick of the NBA draft, selected by the Detroit Pistons, after attending the University of Kansas.
January 2, 2006: Wore two ponytails during a game
On January 2, 2006, Scot Pollard introduced a new hairstyle when he wore two pony tails during a Pacers home game against the Seattle SuperSonics.
2007: Planet Pollard Segment
During the 2007-08 season, Scot Pollard hosted "Planet Pollard," a segment of the show Celtics Now, on Comcast SportsNet, visiting various locales and giving tours.
2012: Played in horror film
In 2012, Scot Pollard portrayed the titular Axeman in the horror film Axeman at Cutter's Creek.
2014: Role in Jayhawkers
In 2014, Scot Pollard played the role of B. H. Born in the film Jayhawkers.
2015: Filmed Survivor season
In 2015, Scot Pollard participated in the filming of the 32nd season of the competitive reality television series Survivor: Kaôh Rōng, in Kaoh Rong, Cambodia.
February 17, 2016: Survivor Premiere
On February 17, 2016, Scot Pollard's season of Survivor: Kaôh Rōng premiered.
2016: Survivor contestant
In 2016, Pollard appeared as a contestant on Survivor: Kaôh Rōng.
2021: Virus Triggering Heart Condition
In 2021, Scot Pollard contracted a virus that triggered a genetic issue, leading to the need for a heart transplant.
January 2024: Heart Transplant Announcement
In January 2024, Scot Pollard revealed that he needed a heart transplant due to a genetic issue triggered by a virus in 2021.
February 2024: Admitted to ICU
In February 2024, Scot Pollard was admitted to the ICU while waiting for a heart transplant.
February 16, 2024: Heart Transplant
On February 16, 2024, Scot Pollard underwent successful heart transplant surgery.
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