The basketball community is extending its support to Dereck Lively II following the death of his mother, Kathy Drysdale, after a lengthy battle with cancer on 2024-04-12. News of her passing was shared by Lively himself on Instagram, prompting an outpouring of condolences and prayers from fans, fellow athletes, and sports media. The relationship between Lively and his mother, highlighted by their deep bond, has been a topic of coverage in the sports world.
Heartbreaking news in Dallas: Dereck Lively II’s mom, Kathy Drysdale, passed away today after a lengthy battle with cancer. This piece with @malika_andrews captured the deep bond between mother and son. https://t.co/OzIZyxjA9E
So heartbreaking for Dereck. https://t.co/sf0GDssSnH
Dereck Lively II announced on his Instagram that his mother Kathy Drysdale passed away. Prayers for him and his family ❤️🙏 (via @DereckLively / IG) https://t.co/Z1xTjXzqS4
Prayers up to Dereck Lively and his family. 🙏❤️ https://t.co/pJ1XhRquJY
Sending prayers to Dereck Lively 🙏💔 https://t.co/7W1l5u4ckJ