10 Astonishing Facts About Drew Gordon's Life and Legacy You Didn't Know

Drew Gordon received offers from prestigious basketball programs like Duke, North Carolina, and Arizona before choosing UCLA.

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After two years at UCLA, Gordon transferred to the University of New Mexico, where he became a standout player.

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Despite not being drafted in 2012, Gordon played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Summer League.

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Gordon's only NBA experience was with the Philadelphia 76ers, where he played nine games during the 2014-15 season.

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The pinnacle of Gordon's international career was being named an All-Star in the French league in 2015.

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Gordon played nearly a decade of professional basketball, mostly abroad, before retiring in 2023.

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Gordon retired from professional basketball in 2023, just a year before his untimely death.

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Drew Gordon's younger brother, Aaron Gordon, is a prominent NBA player currently with the Denver Nuggets.

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During his career, Gordon was known for mentoring younger players and sharing his international experiences.

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Drew Gordon's life was tragically cut short at 33 due to a car accident in Portland, Oregon, a loss mourned by the basketball community.

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