Doug Moe

Basketball Coach

Birthday September 21, 1938

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace New York

DEATH DATE Feb 17, 2026 (87)

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About

NBA head coach from the 1970s to 1990s, most known for his time with the Denver Nuggets. He also coached the Philadelphia 76ers from 1992 until 1993. 

Before fame

His college basketball career ended abruptly when he admitted to being involved in a point-shaving scandal.

Trivia

He was the NBA Coach of the Year for the 1987-1988 season. He received the Chuck Daly Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018.

Family life

Married to a woman later called 'Big Jane' Moe, they had two children together. 

Associated with

He coached David Thompson for part of his career with the Denver Nuggets.