Doug Christie (basketball)
Encyclopedia
Douglas Dale Christie is a retired American
basketball
player.
He began playing street ball at a young age, but it was under the guidance of Mark Morris coach Dave Denny that his game took off.
"Once I came there, and I put that with the street side of basketball, I noticed great strides," he said. "I was learning the basics of basketball -- the things you don't learn on the playground."
Christie played basketball in eighth grade at Cascade Middle School and for Mark Morris High School
during his freshman and sophomore years. He had moved to Longview to live with his father, former Mark Morris track star John Malone. He later attended Seattle's Rainier Beach High School. In 1988, his senior year at Beach he led the school's varsity boys' basketball team to their first-ever Washington State championship. He then went on to Pepperdine University
(studying sociology), where he gained national exposure.
by the Seattle SuperSonics
. However, because of contract difficulties, he never played for the Sonics and was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers
later that season, where he was used sparingly. In 1994, the Lakers traded him to the New York Knicks
. Again, he was not played often. In 1996, he was again traded mid-season, this time to the Toronto Raptors
. He stayed with the Raptors until the conclusion of the season in 2000
. By then Christie had picked up his scoring and had been a consistent starter for the Raptors.
At the end of the 2000 season, Christie was traded to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for forward Corliss Williamson. In Sacramento
, Christie became the Kings
' popular starting shooting guard
and developed into one of the league's best defenders, perennially named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team; also he was recognised as one of the best 3pt-shooters during this time. In 2005, however, he was traded to the Orlando Magic
for Cuttino Mobley
. Christie was unhappy about the trade and played only a few games before being sidelined with bone spurs. Following Christie's ankle surgery, the Orlando Magic
released him on August 11, 2005 under the new NBA collective bargaining agreement one-time amnesty clause. Christie signed a one-year contract with the Dallas Mavericks
shortly thereafter.
Due to a slow healing surgically repaired left ankle, Christie was waived by the Dallas Mavericks
on November 25, 2005, signaling his impending retirement. He had left the team the week prior to have his surgically repaired left ankle examined by his personal physician. In seven games with the Dallas Mavericks
, Christie averaged 3.7 points and 2.0 assists. In January 2007, Christie attempted a comeback when he signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Clippers
. After the all star break, Christie, on his second 10-day contract, decided to part ways with the team.
published a feature story in which Doug and his wife Jackie spoke about their method to keep Doug from succumbing to the extramarital temptations that are inherent to the lifestyle of a professional athlete. The couple re-marry every year on their wedding anniversary, complete with guests and festivities.
In 2006, Black Entertainment Television
's BET J launched the reality show The Christies Committed, featuring the struggle to balance family and celebrity life.
Jackie is a cast member in VH1's reality TV show Basketball Wives: LA
.
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
basketball
Basketball
Basketball is a team sport in which two teams of five players try to score points by throwing or "shooting" a ball through the top of a basketball hoop while following a set of rules...
player.
Early life
Christie is the son of John Malone and Norma Christie. He was raised in Seattle by his mother Norma Christie.He began playing street ball at a young age, but it was under the guidance of Mark Morris coach Dave Denny that his game took off.
"Once I came there, and I put that with the street side of basketball, I noticed great strides," he said. "I was learning the basics of basketball -- the things you don't learn on the playground."
Christie played basketball in eighth grade at Cascade Middle School and for Mark Morris High School
Mark Morris High School
Mark Morris High School is a public high school in Cowlitz County in Longview, Washington for grades nine through twelve. , it had an enrollment of 1141 students....
during his freshman and sophomore years. He had moved to Longview to live with his father, former Mark Morris track star John Malone. He later attended Seattle's Rainier Beach High School. In 1988, his senior year at Beach he led the school's varsity boys' basketball team to their first-ever Washington State championship. He then went on to Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University is an independent, private, medium-sized university affiliated with the Churches of Christ. The university's campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean in unincorporated Los Angeles County, California, United States, near Malibu, is the location for Seaver College, the School of...
(studying sociology), where he gained national exposure.
Career
Christie was selected 17th overall in the 1992 NBA Draft1992 NBA Draft
The 1992 NBA Draft took place on June 24, 1992, in Portland, Oregon. At the time, the draft was considered to be one of the deepest drafts in NBA history. The top three picks were considered can't-miss prospects. O'Neal and Mourning are likely Hall of Famers...
by the Seattle SuperSonics
Seattle SuperSonics
The Seattle SuperSonics were an American professional basketball team based in Seattle, Washington that played in the Pacific and Northwest Divisions of the National Basketball Association from 1967 until 2008. Following the 2007–08 season, the team relocated to Oklahoma City, and now plays as...
. However, because of contract difficulties, he never played for the Sonics and was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are an American professional basketball team based in Los Angeles, California. They play in the Pacific Division of the Western Conference in the National Basketball Association...
later that season, where he was used sparingly. In 1994, the Lakers traded him to the New York Knicks
New York Knicks
The New York Knickerbockers, prominently known as the Knicks, are a professional basketball team based in New York City. They are part of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association...
. Again, he was not played often. In 1996, he was again traded mid-season, this time to the Toronto Raptors
Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors are a professional basketball team based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They are part of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association . The team was established in 1995, along with the Vancouver Grizzlies, as part of the NBA's re-expansion...
. He stayed with the Raptors until the conclusion of the season in 2000
1999-2000 NBA season
-Statistics leaders:-NBA awards:*Most Valuable Player: Shaquille O'Neal, Los Angeles Lakers*Co-Rookies of the Year: Elton Brand, Chicago Bulls; Steve Francis, Houston Rockets*Defensive Player of the Year: Alonzo Mourning, Miami Heat...
. By then Christie had picked up his scoring and had been a consistent starter for the Raptors.
At the end of the 2000 season, Christie was traded to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for forward Corliss Williamson. In Sacramento
Sacramento, California
Sacramento is the capital city of the U.S. state of California and the county seat of Sacramento County. It is located at the confluence of the Sacramento River and the American River in the northern portion of California's expansive Central Valley. With a population of 466,488 at the 2010 census,...
, Christie became the Kings
Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings are a professional basketball team based in Sacramento, California, United States. They are currently members of the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association...
' popular starting shooting guard
Shooting guard
The shooting guard , also known as the two or off guard, is one of five traditional positions on a basketball team. Players of the position are often shorter, leaner, and quicker than forwards. A shooting guard's main objective is to score points for his team...
and developed into one of the league's best defenders, perennially named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team; also he was recognised as one of the best 3pt-shooters during this time. In 2005, however, he was traded to the Orlando Magic
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic is a professional basketball team based in Orlando, Florida. They play in the Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association and are currently coached by Stan Van Gundy...
for Cuttino Mobley
Cuttino Mobley
Cuttino Rashawn Mobley is a former American professional basketball shooting guard who played from 1998 to 2008 in the National Basketball Association .-Biography:...
. Christie was unhappy about the trade and played only a few games before being sidelined with bone spurs. Following Christie's ankle surgery, the Orlando Magic
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic is a professional basketball team based in Orlando, Florida. They play in the Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association and are currently coached by Stan Van Gundy...
released him on August 11, 2005 under the new NBA collective bargaining agreement one-time amnesty clause. Christie signed a one-year contract with the Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks are a professional basketball team based in Dallas, Texas. They are members of the Southwest Division of the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association , and the reigning NBA champions, having defeated the Miami Heat in the 2011 NBA Finals.According to a 2011...
shortly thereafter.
Due to a slow healing surgically repaired left ankle, Christie was waived by the Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks are a professional basketball team based in Dallas, Texas. They are members of the Southwest Division of the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association , and the reigning NBA champions, having defeated the Miami Heat in the 2011 NBA Finals.According to a 2011...
on November 25, 2005, signaling his impending retirement. He had left the team the week prior to have his surgically repaired left ankle examined by his personal physician. In seven games with the Dallas Mavericks
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks are a professional basketball team based in Dallas, Texas. They are members of the Southwest Division of the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association , and the reigning NBA champions, having defeated the Miami Heat in the 2011 NBA Finals.According to a 2011...
, Christie averaged 3.7 points and 2.0 assists. In January 2007, Christie attempted a comeback when he signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers are a professional basketball team based in Los Angeles, California, United States. They play in the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association...
. After the all star break, Christie, on his second 10-day contract, decided to part ways with the team.
Marriage
In 2002, The New York TimesThe New York Times
The New York Times is an American daily newspaper founded and continuously published in New York City since 1851. The New York Times has won 106 Pulitzer Prizes, the most of any news organization...
published a feature story in which Doug and his wife Jackie spoke about their method to keep Doug from succumbing to the extramarital temptations that are inherent to the lifestyle of a professional athlete. The couple re-marry every year on their wedding anniversary, complete with guests and festivities.
In 2006, Black Entertainment Television
Black Entertainment Television
Black Entertainment Television is an American, Viacom-owned cable network based in Washington, D.C.. Currently viewed in more than 90 million homes worldwide, it is the most prominent television network targeting young Black-American audiences. The network was launched on January 25, 1980, by its...
's BET J launched the reality show The Christies Committed, featuring the struggle to balance family and celebrity life.
Jackie is a cast member in VH1's reality TV show Basketball Wives: LA
Basketball Wives: LA
Basketball Wives: LA is a reality television series that premiered on August 29, 2011, on VH1. Created by production company Shed Media, the series follows the lives of a group of women who have all been somehow romantically linked to professional basketball players. The show is filmed in Los...
.
See also
- List of National Basketball Association career steals leaders
- List of National Basketball Association players with 9 or more steals in a game