Former basketball player, Drew Gordon, has tragically passed away at the age of 33 in a car accident.
Drew, who often attended his younger brother Aaron’s games in Denver, witnessed his brother win an NBA championship.
Drew Gordon was born on July 12, 1990, in San Jose, California. He had a successful high school career, leading his team to multiple championships. He continued to excel in college, playing for UCLA and later transferring to New Mexico.
During his senior season, Drew averaged 13.7 points, 11 rebounds, and 1.2 assists, earning him several accolades. Despite going undrafted in 2012, he had stints with NBA teams like the Dallas Mavericks and the Philadelphia 76ers.
After his time in the NBA, Drew played in Europe for teams like Partizan Belgrade and Dinamo Sassari before returning to France to play for a local team. He announced his retirement from professional basketball last year.
Drew’s younger brother, Aaron Gordon, is an NBA star for the Denver Nuggets. The two brothers attended the same high school in San Jose and have shared a close bond. Aaron has had a successful career in the NBA, winning an NBA championship in 2023.
The news of Drew Gordon’s passing has left fans and the basketball community in shock. Condolences have been pouring in for Aaron and the Gordon family during this difficult time.
