History of Scot Pollard in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 15, 2025

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.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

February 12, 1975: Scot Pollard's Birth

On February 12, 1975, Scot Pollard was born. He is an American former professional basketball player.

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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 Debut with Detroit Pistons

In 1997, Scot Pollard was selected 19th overall in the NBA draft by the Detroit Pistons, debuting during the 1997-98 NBA season.

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.

1999: Injury with Sacramento Kings

In 1999, Scot Pollard suffered an injury during his stint with the Sacramento Kings, limiting him to sixteen games during the lockout-shortened season.

2002: Injuries with the Indiana Pacers

Scot Pollard's 2002-03 NBA season was plagued by injuries. After that season, he was traded to the Indiana Pacers.

2005: End of contract with the Pacers

Scot Pollard's contract with the Indiana Pacers expired following the 2005–06 season.

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.

August 18, 2006: Signed with Cleveland Cavaliers

On August 18, 2006, Scot Pollard signed a one-year contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

August 9, 2007: Signed with Boston Celtics

On August 9, 2007, Scot Pollard signed a one-year contract with the Boston Celtics and chose #66 as his uniform number.

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.

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2007: NBA Finals Appearance

In 2007, Scot Pollard appeared in the NBA Finals with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2007: NBA Finals Loss with Cavaliers

In 2007, the Cleveland Cavaliers, including Scot Pollard, lost the NBA Finals to the San Antonio Spurs.

April 12, 2008: Color Commentator

On April 12, 2008, Scot Pollard filled in for color commentator Tom Heinsohn on CSN New England's game telecast against the Atlanta Hawks. He was out for the season after left ankle surgery.

2008: Retirement

In 2008, Scot Pollard saw limited playing time during the Celtics championship run in the NBA Playoffs and retired shortly after.

2009: Joined NBA TV

In 2009, Scot Pollard joined NBA TV.

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2012: Played in horror film

In 2012, Scot Pollard portrayed the titular Axeman in the horror film Axeman at Cutter's Creek.

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October 3, 2014: Joined Indiana Pacers Radio Crew

On October 3, 2014, it was announced that Scot Pollard would be joining the Indiana Pacers radio crew.

2014: Role in Jayhawkers

In 2014, Scot Pollard played the role of B. H. Born in the film Jayhawkers.

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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.

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