John Drew was an NBA star who died on Sunday April 11, 2022.
Drew, who was born in Vredenburgh, Alabama, and was one of the most powerful high-school basketball players in Alabama history.
Drew, the 25th overall draught pick in 1974, signed a five-year deal for $780,000 with a $40,000 bonus.
He was blown away by the sum especially because of humble beginnings.
He attended Gardner-Webb University.
His career however came to a disgraceful end in 1986 after an 11-year NBA career ended.
After attending treatment for the third time, he was banned by NBA Commissioner David Stern.
John Drew cause of death
He passed on after a battle with bone cancer.
He was battling very hard for his life since his retirement from the court.
John Drew wife and children
Keith and Sherman are two of his sons.
His wife was still living with him when he died.
John Drew net worth
Drew at the time of his death was worth 40,000 USD.
Most of his wealth had been squandered during his hay days and he resulted to driving a taxi cab to survive.
John Drew funeral and obituary
The funeral of the former NBA star is yet to be planned.
Details will be published later.
