1995 NBA Draft Recap: Remembering Reece Pedretti (Tribute Rerelease)

About this episode

This episode is a tribute to Reece Pedretti, reflecting on his life and friendship while discussing the 1995 NBA Draft.

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Reece Pedretti - one of the truest friends I've ever known. On February 22, 2025, Reece passed away peacefully at the age of 45, following a courageous, nearly two-year battle with a rare form of cancer. Throughout his illness, he faced major surgeries and numerous treatments with unwavering strength. We first met at work in 2000 and became fast friends, bonding over our shared sense of humour and a deep love for basketball - especially the NBA of th...

People in this episode

Host: Adam Ryan

Topics covered

• NBA Draft
• basketball history
• tribute
• cancer awareness
• friendship

Keywords

• Reece Pedretti
• 1995 NBA Draft
• basketball
• tribute
• cancer

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