Pat Riley is a legendary figure in the world of basketball. He was born in Rome, New York in 1945 and played college basketball at the University of Kentucky. After college, he was selected by the San Diego Rockets in the first round of the 1967 NBA draft. He played for the Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers before retiring from playing in 1976. More about Pat Riley
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After a brief stint as an NBA broadcaster, Riley became an assistant coach with the Lakers in 1979. He quickly rose through the ranks and became the team's head coach in the 1981-82 season. Riley's Lakers were known for their fast-paced, high-scoring offense and their "Showtime" style of play. He led the team to four NBA championships during the 1980s, cementing his place as one of the greatest coaches in NBA history. Riley went on to coach several other teams, including the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat, and is now regarded as one of the most influential coaches in basketball history.In total, we tracked 1021 items since 01/01/2008. The chart below shows the trade volume over time.
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The most expensive item with a signature of Pat Riley (1967-68 SAN DIEGO ROCKETS TEAM AUTOGRAPHED BASKETBALL PROGRAM~PAT RILEY etc (13)) was sold in June 2017 for $1500.00 while the cheapest item (NobleSpirit NO RESERVE {3970} Signed Pat Riley Index Card Greatest NBA Coach!) found a new owner for $0.01 in August 2016. The month with the most items sold (23) was February 2022 with an average selling price of $40.00 for an autographed item of Pat Riley. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in May 2017 with $400.00 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $1.99 was October 2011. In average, an autographed item from Pat Riley is worth $22.50.
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As Heat president Pat Riley hunts for his 10th title, peers explain keys to succ (06/04/23): What has propelled Heat president Pat Riley and his signature slicked-back hair during an illustrious career? His peers explain.
Pat Riley, Once Front and Center, Reigns in the Background (05/04/23): Riley’s decades in the N.B.A. have given him plenty of stories to tell. But the formerly flashy coach of the Knicks, Heat and Lakers is keeping a low profile — “the boss he thinks you should be.”
Pat Riley's influence looms large in Miami Heat-New York Knicks series (04/29/23): Pat Riley’s fiery intensity and burning desire to win will be present on both sides as the Miami Heat and New York Knicks meet in the playoffs.
From Pat the Rat to Mourning mopping floor with Jeff Van Gundy: Heat-Knicks meet (04/29/23): Heat-Knicks was must-see TV in the '90s with compelling storylines, none bigger than New Yorkers' disdain for Pat Riley, who left the Knicks for the Heat.
Heat, Tyler Herro agree to four-year, $120 million extension (with $10 million i (10/03/22): "Tyler is an impact multi-faceted player and we are excited to have him signed for the next five years." — Pat Riley
‘Showtime’ Lakers reunite for one more practice, few days in Hawaii (09/2022): They even had a 'walk through' practice run by Pat Riley.
Expectation growing that PJ Tucker signs with 76ers (06/2022): Numerous rival teams, meanwhile, say with even more conviction now than they did last week - when I first it reported on Wednesday - that they expect PJ Tucker to land in Philadelphia on a three-year, $30 million deal in free agency. If Pat Riley's ...
How Pat Riley Quit on the Knicks (01/2022): In a book excerpt, a writer details the Knicks’ infighting and the tense contract negotiations that led Coach Pat Riley to leave for the Miami Heat in 1995.
Riley to 'mentally worn out' Heat: Get some rest (06/2021): Miami Heat president Pat Riley said the team needs to get some rest after a whirlwind 12 months that saw an NBA finals appearance last season and a first-round exit this year.
Heat pull off Victor Oladipo, Nemanja Bjelica deals that make them NBA trade dea (03/2021): Pat Riley's front office added Oladipo and Bjelica on Thursday, solidifying the roster for another playoff run
Heat's Pat Riley clarifies 'asterisk' comment: 'Lakers were the better team. Per (10/2020): Riley says the asterisk is next to the Heat, not the Lakers
Ranking the Lakers' five greatest NBA Finals moments ahead of L.A.'s 2020 matchu (09/2020): The Lakers have 11 titles, but five stand out more than the others
Samson: Why Pat Riley is the greatest NBA executive ever (08/2020): Samson has high praise for Pat Riley
Pat Riley says he's intent on building another championship team: 'We're right t (04/2020): The Heat became one of the surprise teams of the season behind great shooting and depth
Knicks fire David Fizdale: New York coaching timeline shows history of impatienc (12/2019): Only two coaches since 1995 have lasted three full seasons with the Knicks
Heat suspend Dion Waiters for opening game of season; veteran clearly not happy (10/2019): Pat Riley: 'There were a number of unacceptable incidents this week'
9 Most Amazing Pat Riley Moments to Honor His 70th Birthday (03/2015): So many to choose from, which made the cut?
From the Vault: Evolution of Pat Riley (02/2015): Since he arrived at Kentucky more than 50 years ago, Pat Riley has been a huge part of the basketball world. Whether as a player (where he won a...
Pat Riley Nearly Drafted Hassan Whiteside in 2010 (01/2015): Hassan Whiteside, fresh off a 16-point, 16-rebound down performance against the Bucks, blocks a shot about every seven minutes — an absurdity that paces the entire NBA. As the swat machine looks to sustain his impact play […]
Winderman: “Pat Riley Has Put Everything Into 2016″ (12/2014): By WQAM Staff The Miami Heat has dropped to a lackluster 10-12 coming off a blowout loss to the Denver Nuggets last night. With December 15 marking the first time members of this past summer’s free agent class […]
For Pat Riley, every day is Veterans Day (11/2014): MIAMI (AP) — Pat Riley celebrates Veterans Day more than once a year.
Pat Riley sees value in Heat's late additions (10/2014): The point, Pat Riley said, is not the free agents the Miami Heat bypassed as they rounded out their training-camp roster.
Pat Riley thrilled for Tim Hardaway (08/2014): Miami Heat president Pat Riley has heaped praise on Tim Hardaway, after the former NBA great accepted a coaching position with the Detroit Pistons.
Pat Riley thought LeBron James was returning to Miami (07/2014): One of the last things Miami Heat President Pat Riley told LeBron James before free agency began this summer was that he would be selling potential players on the notion of playing alongside a four-time NBA MVP.
Pat Riley on Shabazz Napier: "If LeBron and I have the same taste in talent, so (06/2014): Surely a mere coincidence.
Pat Riley files trademark for phrase he helped made famous (05/2014): Pat Riley and his company, Riles & Co., have filed to trademark the phrase “Three-peat” for use on items such as towels, blankets, bed covers and sheets. read more
Heat three-peat would mean big payday for club president Pat Riley (04/2014): Miami Heat president Pat Riley might have more than an emotional interest in his team’s pursuit of a third straight NBA championship. He may have a financial stake, too.
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Pat Riley: David Stern ‘No. 1 reason’ for NBA’s success (01/2014): David Stern handed Pat Riley the Heat’s third championship trophy last year. (Jesse D. Garrabrant/Getty Images)
Pat Riley delivers UM commencement address (12/2013): CORAL GABLES, Fla. (WSVN) -- Miami Heat President Pat Riley congratulated University of Miami students as they received their diploma, Thursday. The NBA legend offered words of wisdom as he delivered Thursday morning's commencement address at the BankUnited Center.
Midday Guest: Pat Riley with Forrest General Hospital (11/2013): Today's Midday Guest was Pat Riley with Forrest General Hospital. Riley was promoting three sessions explaining how Obamacare can help the uninsured qualify for low-cost health benefits.
Pat Riley insists Heat committed to development (10/2013): Despite appearances, Miami Heat President Pat Riley insists his team remains committed to development of young talent.
Ethan Skolnick: By landing Greg Oden, Pat Riley once again gets what he wants (08/2013): It’s been so long since Greg Oden played that it harkens back to the days when Pat Riley didn’t get a player he pursued.
Pat Riley says Heat not planning on using amnesty provision (07/2013): MIAMI (AP) -- For now, the prospects of paying a big luxury-tax bill next year is not enough to dissuade Miami from its plan to keep the Heat's current championship core intact.
Pat Riley reflects on latest title, looks ahead (06/2013): MIAMI — When the Miami Heat won their first championship in 2006, then-coach Pat Riley decided to enter the following season without major roster changes. The plan failed. Many players showed up for training camp out of shape, and the Heat eventually got swept in the first playoff round.
You Can Rent Legendary NBA Coach Pat Riley's Malibu Beach House For $18,500 A Mo (05/2013): Riley purchased the beachfront home in 1989 for $1.6 million, and he and his wife own another home a couple doors down. The home for rent has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and floor to ceiling windows with views of the Pacific. It's the perfect beach getaway house. The backyard is the beach.
Miami Heat president Pat Riley optimistic Big 3 won’t be split, speaks about tea (04/2013): Despite obstacles, Heat president Riley still envisions team’s nucleus remaining intact
Peter May: Celtics still get Pat Riley riled up (03/2013): Nearly 30 years of ill will later, Heat boss just had to tell Danny Ainge to shut it
Pat Riley always thankful that Jerry Buss said 'yes' to him (02/2013): Pat Riley discusses Jerry Buss before a memorial for the Lakers owner is held at Nokia Theatre on Thursday.
PBT: Shaq wants to be 'Pat Riley of comedy' (12/2012): When he’s not dragging down TNT’s Inside the NBA, Shaquille O’Neal has a lot of other things going on. A bunch of businesses. A brand to promote. And a comedy tour. Shaq’s “All Star Comedy Jam” where he’s trying to get some young comedians exposure.
Long-serving Hillfields school cleaner Pat Riley retires after 40 years (10/2012): PAT Riley wiped tears not tables as she waved goodbye to 40 years as a school cleaner and dinner lady.
Pat Riley Moved into an $11 Million Penthouse in Miami Beach (09/2012): Life is good for Pat Riley. Very good. His new pad is smaller — and cheaper — but it’s highly doubtful that he has any complaints about it . Per the Miami Herald : “Miami Heat President Pat Riley has settled into a $11.75 million penthouse high atop Miami Beach.
Pat Riley Confirmed as Keynote for MIRcon™ 2012 (08/2012): Mandiant, the leader in advanced threat detection and response solutions, today announced Pat Riley, NBA Hall of Famer and president and former head coach of the Miami HEAT, has be
Pat Riley continues to add talent to Heat (07/2012): Upon hearing the news that Ray Allen had decided to take less money and join the Miami Heat, reigning NBA MVP LeBron James sounded less than surprised. He knew who closed the deal.
Pat Riley ditches original blueprint; Miami Heat’s free agency targets (06/2012): These NBA playoffs delivered not only redemption for the Heat, but also clarity about the best way to move forward.
Heat president Pat Riley says hard work brought LeBron James and Chris Bosh to M (05/2012): MIAMI - Contrary to the opinion of Pacers center Roy Hibbert, the Heat did work hard to build its current team,...
Jay-Z Gives the Nets a Makeover; Pat Riley Still Lurks (04/2012): Today in sports: Jay-Z gives the Brooklyn Nets a black and white makeover, Pat Riley is still quietly making the Miami Heat less likable, and Jeremy Lin sends his regrets to Stuyvesant High.
Will LeBron James ever mesh with Pat Riley's disciplined approach with Miami Hea (02/2012): Will often-pampered LeBron James ever really mesh with the tight discipline and all-business approach fostered from the top down in Miami?
Commentary: Pat Riley isn't worried about traditional roles; the Miami Heat will (12/2011): Commentary: Pat Riley isn't worried about traditional roles; the Miami Heat will rely heavily on its wing players' versatility
Pat Riley seeks to fill Miami Heat’s holes for another title run (11/2011): With the NBA season set to start Dec. 25, team president Pat Riley can begin the search for free agents to complement his Big 3.
Miami Heat draft pick Norris Cole a 'pace-changer,' according to Pat Riley (06/2011): Miami Heat draft pick Norris Cole a 'pace-changer,' according to Pat Riley
Pat Riley in shadows, but there for LeBron, Wade (05/2011): Pat Riley's office is one level above the main court at AmericanAirlines Arena, the same office he utilized as coach. The difference now is he is more measured mentor that maniacal motivator.
Pat Riley: Erik Spoelstra Is Safe (03/2011): Riles publicly backed his embattled coach, saying this is just a rough stretch for the Miami Heat and their coach, and that things will be fine . The Star-Ledger reports: “No, the subject of crying didn’t come up, because that subject is — how should we phrase this — stupid.
Story of inspiration: Pat Riley's assist benefits Brian Grant, others (01/2011): Story of inspiration: Pat Riley's assist benefits Brian Grant, others
Utah's Sloan ties Pat Riley for 3rd most wins (12/2010): Tony Dejak Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan watches during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz on Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, in Cleveland. The Jazz won 101-90.