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From Undrafted to $48M: Gillespie's NBA Rise
21 Jun
Summary
- Collin Gillespie signed a four-year, $48 million contract.
- He set a franchise record with 232 three-pointers in 2025-26.
- Gillespie was part of Villanova's 2018 championship team.
Collin Gillespie has solidified his NBA career, signing a substantial four-year, $48 million contract with the Phoenix Suns. This deal marks a significant milestone for the former Villanova standout.
Gillespie's impressive performance in the 2025-26 season was pivotal. He set a new franchise record, sinking 232 three-pointers, and averaged 12.7 points and 4.6 assists per game across 80 appearances.
His journey to this contract was unconventional. Initially undrafted in 2022, Gillespie spent time on two-way contracts with the Denver Nuggets and then the Suns, overcoming an early leg injury.
Prior to his NBA success, Gillespie had a decorated collegiate career at Villanova. He was a key player on the 2018 National Championship team and led the Wildcats to the Final Four in 2022, earning multiple accolades including Big East Player of the Year.
