Michael Doleac

Guide Note

Michael Doleac is a center for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was drafted by the Orlando Magic in the first round, 12th overall, of the 1998 NBA Draft.

Fast Facts

1. Born: June 15, 1977
2. Birthplace: San Antonio, Texas
3. Height: 6-11
4. Weight: 262 lbs
5. Position: Center
6. Rookie Year: 1998
7. High School: Central Catholic in Portland
8. College: University of Utah

Doleac was picked by the Orlando Magic in 1998. He was a first round NBA Draft pick, ranking 12th overall. In 2001, he was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Brendan Haywood. In 2002, he was signed as a free agent by the New York Knicks. During 2004, he changed teams three times, first traded in a three way trade to the Atlanta Hawks, then claimed off of waivers by the Denver Nuggets and finally to he was signed by the Miami Heat. Doleac was traded to the Timberwolves in 2007.¹

During his professional career Doleac played in 563 season games, starting in 76 of them. He averaged five points, 3.4 rebounds, 0.6 assists and 15.2 minutes per game. He shoots a 43.9% from the floor, 79.2% from the foul line and 12.5 percent from the three point range.²