NBA Redemption: Chris Washburn's Journey from Addiction to Renewal

Former NBA draft pick Chris Washburn opens up about his battle with addiction, homelessness, and his path to redemption in a candid memoir revisiting the cocaine era of basketball.

Chris Washburn, a former three-time high school All-American, was drafted 3rd overall by the Golden State Warriors in 1986. Instead of a dream come true, it became one of the worst things that could have happened to the 6ft 11in NC State prospect.

Redemption Road: Former NBA Star Chris Washburn's Journey from Addiction to Renewal

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