Is Michigan State's Max Christie related to Doug Christie?

Is Michigan State’s Max Christie related to Doug Christie?

By Ethan Lee | Mar 20, 2022

GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA - MARCH 20: Max Christie #5 of the Michigan State Spartans shoots over Jeremy Roach #3 of the Duke Blue Devils in the second half during the second round of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on March 20, 2022 in Greenville, South Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

Who is Michigan State Spartans star Max Christie? Is he related to Doug Christie, the former NBA player?

The Michigan State Spartans have been led by the young Max Christie at times throughout the year. Christie, a star for the Spartans, has been receiving plenty of attention as of late for his stellar play and ability to elevate Michigan State.

Naturally, along with that attention comes a variety of questions about who Christie is and who he may or may not be related to.

Given that he’s a star basketball player and his age, many are quick to look for connections to other talented basketball players. Such as Doug Christie, the former NBA player.

So is Max Christie related to Doug Christie?

Is Michigan State Spartans star Max Christie related to former NBA player Doug Christie?

No, Max is not related to Doug.

Per his bio with Michigan State, Max Christie is the son of Cormac Sr. (who played for Wisconsin-Superior) and Katrina Christie (who played for Northwestern). Max does have a younger brother named Cameron.

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