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Retired Hall of Fame basketball player Isiah Thomas is the head coach of the Florida International University men's basketball team. He is also the former head coach for the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers. He played his entire NBA career with the Detroit Pistons.
Thomas agreed to coach Florida International on April 14, 2009.ESPN.com: Isiah Accepts FIU Coaching Job The financial details of the five-year contract were not immediately announced, however the estimated $200,000 to $300,000 he would make in his first year, Thomas announced he will donate to the school.The New York Times: Thomas Will Give F.I.U. Salary Back to School
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Fast Facts
- Born: April 30, 1961
- Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois
- Drafted: 1981, second overall
- Position: Point guard
- 12-time NBA All-Star (1982-1993)
- Two-time NBA All-Star Game MVP (1984, 1986)
- Two-time NBA Champion (1989, 1990)
- NBA Finals MVP (1990)
- U.S. Olympian (1980)
- 2000: Inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame
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Overdose
Thomas reportedly overdosed on sleeping pills on October 23, 2008, but was rushed to the hospital and was "fine."Sporting News: Isiah Thomas Reportedly Overdoses on Pills Thomas later denied the reports, saying that his daughter Lauren was the one at the home in need of medical attention.Associated Press: Isiah Thomas Denies he Was Accidental OD Victim (October 25, 2008)On October 28, 2008, new details were released regarding the overdose at the home of Isiah Thomas. According to the police report, a man was passed out on the floor of his home and police gave the person oxygen until an ambulance arrived. Police have not labeled the incident a suicide attempt because the victim did not have a history of depression and there was no suicide note.ESPN.com: Police provide new details in Thomas' overdose episode
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Playing Career
Thomas was drafted by the Pistons in 1981, making the All-Rookie team and Eastern Conference All-Star team that season. He went on to appear in 12 NBA All-Star Games and won back-to-back NBA Championships in 1989 and 1990. Thomas' accomplishments rank him as one of the best players in the history of the NBA -
Coaching Career
Thomas' coaching career began with the Indiana Pacers in 2000. Despite having a talented team, he was unable to get the Pacers past the first round of the playoffs in either of his two seasons there, and was replaced by Rick Carlisle. Thomas was hired as president of the New York Knicks in 2003, eventually taking over head coaching duties after Larry Brown was fired in 2006. Thomas' tenure with the Knicks was mired with poor team performance and controversy, including a sexual harassment suit brought against Thomas and Madison Square Garden. On April 17, 2008, newly appointed Knicks team president Donnie Walsh fired Thomas from the head coaching position, stating that he would remain with the team with no official title. -
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View All Isiah Thomas Questions (65) | Ask a QuestionHow was Thomas was able to change the gender on his birth certificate in Hawaii without bottom surgery? Struggling to do the same. Thanks! (2 Answers)I read the book he wrote about his life - Labor of Love. It discussed in detail many of his decisions and was a very interesting read. It made me ... read moreIs JT Thomas Jr gay? (2 Answers)I don't think so. He may be a momma's boy but I didn't get a gay vibe from him. Spencer Duhm from the same season is gay and they look ... read moreWhatever happened to Thomas Rosicky? (1 Answer)After his knee injury over a year ago, it appears he will soon be ready to the Premier League. read more
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Isiah Thomas Vital Stats
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- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 185
- Rookie Year: 1981
- Retired: 1994
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Isiah Thomas News and Articles
- ESPN Classic: Isiah defied the odds
- ESPN.com: Police provide new details in Thomas' overdose episode (October 28, 2008)
- ESPN.com: Police chief rebukes Thomas for involving daughter in incident (October 25, 2008)
- New York Knicks: Isiah Thomas
- FanHouse: Police Chief Says Isiah Thomas 'Lied' About His Overdose (October 25, 2008)
- 1010 wins.com: Ambulance Called to Isiah Thomas' Home (October 24, 2008)
- Associated Press: Isiah Thomas Denies he Was Accidental OD Victim (October 25, 2008)
- ESPN.com: Person from Isiah Thomas' home rushed to hospital (October 24, 2008)
- Wall Street Journal: Jury Says Isiah Thomas Harassed A Former Knicks Team Executive (Oct 2, 2007)
- Newsday: Jury: Isiah harassed her (Oct 2, 2007)
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