Doc Rivers is an American basketball coach and here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements
Doc Rivers is a former professional basketball player who is currently the head coach for the Philadelphia 76ers. Let’s know more about Rivers’ life, career, net worth, etc.
Doc Rivers Facts
| Birth Place | Chicago, Illinois |
| Father’s Name | Grady Rivers |
| Mother’s Name | Betty Rivers |
| Star Sign | Libra |
| College | Marquette University (1980–1983) |
| Net Worth (2021) | $50 million |
| Salary | $8 million |
| Age | 59 |
| Date of Birth | October 13, 1961 |
| Height (ft) | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Weight (kg) | 95 kgs (210 lbs) |
| Nationality | American |
| NBA Draft Year | 1983 |
| NBA Draft Pick | Round: 2 / Pick: 31st overall |
| Playing Career | 1983–1996 |
| Coaching Career | 1999–present |
| Position | Point guard |
| Teams | As player: Atlanta Hawks (1983–1991) Los Angeles Clippers (1991–1992) New York Knicks (1992–1994) San Antonio Spurs (1994–1996) As coach: Orlando Magic (1999–2003) Boston Celtics (2004–2013) Los Angeles Clippers (2013–2020) Philadelphia 76ers (2020–present) |
| Wife/Girlfriend | Kristen Rivers (m. 1986) |
| Children | Austin Rivers, Jeremiah Rivers, Callie Rivers, Spencer Rivers |
| Endorsements | NA |
Doc Rivers Career
Glenn Anton “Doc” Rivers was the 1983, Round 2, 31st overall draft pick by the Atlanta Hawks. Rivers played in the position of Point guard and he is also the 2008 NBA champion (as a coach).
After playing college basketball for Marquette University from 1980 to 1983, Rivers was drafted in the second round (31st overall) of the 1983 NBA draft by the Atlanta Hawks.
Rivers played for the Atlanta Hawks from 1983 to 1991. Notably, while playing for the Hawks, Rivers became an NBA All-Star in 1988. Rivers then went on to play for the LA Clippers (1991–1992), New York Knicks (1992–1994), and San Antonio Spurs (1994–1996). Finally, Rivers retired after the 1996 season.
In 1999, Rivers began his coaching career with the Orlando Magic. He coached the Orlando Magic from 1999 to 2003. Notably, Rivers won the Coach of the Year award in 2000.
In 2004, Rivers became the head coach of the Boston Celtics. He coached the Celtics from 2004 to 2013. On June 17, 2008, with the Celtics, Rivers won his first NBA Championship as a head coach.
In 2013, Rivers became the head coach of the Los Angeles Clippers. Simultaneously, he also became the senior vice president of basketball operations on the team. Subsequently, on June 16, 2014, the Clippers promoted Rivers to the President of basketball operations, along with his coaching duties.
However, in 2017, Rivers gave up his post as president of basketball operations. Finally, on September 28, 2020, Rivers stepped down as the head coach of the LA Clippers.
Currently, from 2020 onwards, Rivers is the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers.
Doc Rivers Achievements
As player:
- NBA All-Star (1988)
- J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (1990)
- USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (1982)
- No. 31 retired by Marquette Golden Eagles
- Mr. Basketball USA (1980)
- First-team Parade All-American (1980)
- McDonald’s All-American (1980)
As coach:
- NBA champion (2008)
- NBA Coach of the Year (2000)
- 3× NBA All-Star Game head coach (2008, 2011, 2021)
Doc Rivers Statistics in NBA
| Points | 9,377 (10.9 ppg) |
| Assists | 4,889 (5.7 apg) |
| Steals | 1,563 (1.8 spg) |
Doc Rivers Net Worth and Salary
According to sources, Rivers is reported to have a net worth of $50 million as of 2021. Most of his net worth is acquired from his salary and endorsements.
According to reports, Rivers signed a 5 year / $40,000,000 contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, including an annual average salary of $8,000,000.
Doc Rivers Personal Life
Born in Chicago, Illinois, 59-year-old Rivers is the son of Grady Rivers and Betty Rivers. Furthermore, Rivers has a brother named Grady Rivers Jr.
According to reports, Rivers is married to Kristen Rivers since 1986. The couple has four children together named Austin Rivers, Jeremiah Rivers, Callie Rivers, and Spencer Rivers.
Doc Rivers Endorsements
There is no information available regarding Rivers’ endorsement deals.
FAQs about Doc Rivers
| What is the age of Doc Rivers? |
| Doc Rivers is 59 years old and he was born on October 13, 1961. |
| What is the net worth of Doc Rivers? |
| Doc Rivers has a net worth of $50 million as of 2021. |
| Where was Doc Rivers born? |
| Doc Rivers was born in Chicago, Illinois. |
| In which year was Doc Rivers drafted? |
| Doc Rivers was drafted in 1983, Round 2, Pick 31. |
| In what position did Doc Rivers play? |
| Doc Rivers played in the position of Point guard. |
| In which year did Doc Rivers win an NBA championship as a head coach? |
| Doc Rivers won an NBA championship in 2008 as the head coach for the Boston Celtics. |
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