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Sports Spectrum Podcast

NBA Referee Derrick Collins on officiating Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, growing in his faith and following God's path

Sports Spectrum Podcast

Sports Spectrum

Sports

5661 Ratings

🗓️ 16 November 2022

⏱️ ? minutes

Summary

Derrick Collins is in his 23rd year as an NBA official. He began his journey as a pro basketball referee in the CBA and WNBA before joining the NBA in the 1999-2000 season. Since that first season, he has officiated over 1200 NBA games including postseason. 

Today on the show, Derrick Collins shares his story of becoming an NBA official, refereeing Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, trusting God in the midst of the grind of a long season, and the importance of growing in his prayer life. 


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