For the Canadian musician, see Doug Edwards (musician).
Quick facts for kids
Doug Edwards
| Personal information |
| Born |
(1971-01-21) January 21, 1971 (age 54)
Miami, Florida |
| Nationality |
American |
| High school |
Miami Senior (Miami, Florida) |
| Listed height |
6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight |
220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information |
| College |
Florida State (1990–1993) |
| NBA Draft |
1993 / Round: 1 / Pick: 15th overall |
| Selected by the Atlanta Hawks |
| Pro career |
1993–1996 |
| Career history |
| 1993–1995 |
Atlanta Hawks |
| 1995–1996 |
Vancouver Grizzlies |
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| Career highlights and awards |
- 2× Second-team All-ACC (1992, 1993)
- First-team Parade All-American (1989)
- McDonald's All-American (1989)
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Douglas Edwards (born January 21, 1971) is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round (15th pick overall) of the 1993 NBA draft. Edwards played for the Hawks and Vancouver Grizzlies in 3 NBA seasons, averaging 2.4 ppg. He played collegiately at Florida State University. Edwards gained his nickname "Doughboy" while playing in Vancouver. On September 10, 2008, Frank Martin announced the addition of Edwards to his coaching staff at Kansas State University. He has two brothers, both former basketball players: Steven (b. 1973) and Allen (b. 1975).
Coaching career
In May 2022, Edwards was hired as the Director of Player Personnel and Special Assistant to the Head Coach for University of Massachusetts Amherst.
See also
In Spanish: Doug Edwards para niños
