Remembering Dwayne 'Pearl' Washington

The basketball world mourns the loss of one of its own, as Dwayne “Pearl” Washington passed away today at the age of 52. From the playgrounds of Brooklyn to a starring role at Syracuse University and an NBA stint with the Nets and Heat, Pearl Washington left his mark on the game as one of the most exciting point guards of his time.

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[buster]

RIP Pearl Washington and you was a exciting player to watch in college basketball!

[washedstar]

Wow, to think of how many past NBA players have died of cancer so young, it's just Heartbreaking. R.I.P. Dwayne

[Juju-jqip]

Oh my god, I was just talking about his crossover and then I see the notification pop up on my screen. Rest in peace

[christiang.]

Dude I can't believe he's gone. I studied him for an essay once about his handles.

[GUYEDITINGS]

Rest in peace Mr Pearl you will be missed so fast and very good athleticism and skill you Have Inspired Many We will miss you.

[jaykay]

i remember watching him score his first nba basket.... proves how time goes by so fast....

[nikes]

I thought it was draymond green when I first seen the thumbnail

[ryanting]

I remember him when he won the game for Syracuse on a half court buzzer beater to beat Boston College.

[dhakadhaka]

Second best Syracuse player after GOAT Melo.

[Lakerzfanboy]

Probably the second best Syracuse alumni after Melo. Rest in peace.

[Jesalllll]

Thank you for putting my team on the map, you're in God's hands now Pearl #RIP

[jamarijefferson]

duane everybody gonna miss u in the cuse

[AlearPaste]

RIP
Enjoy this non toxic and respectful comment section before trolls comes in :/

[kaiwhitfield]

This video could have been a little longer