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NCAA Basketball: Who are the best D-I coaches who have played professional basketball?

By Daniel Benjamin

Dec 17, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Charlotte Hornets associate head coach Patrick Ewing works with a player before their game against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 17, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Charlotte Hornets associate head coach Patrick Ewing works with a player before their game against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 10, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Bryce Drew talks with Vanderbilt Commodores forward Jeff Roberson (11) during the second half against the Florida Gators during the SEC Conference Tournament at Bridgestone Arena. Vanderbilt won 72-62 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 10, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Bryce Drew talks with Vanderbilt Commodores forward Jeff Roberson (11) during the second half against the Florida Gators during the SEC Conference Tournament at Bridgestone Arena. Vanderbilt won 72-62 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /

8. Bryce Drew, Vanderbilt Commodores

Bryce Drew parlayed a great career at Valparaiso into being selected by the Houston Rockets with the 16th pick of the 1998 NBA Draft. Drew would appear in 243 career NBA games over six seasons with Houston, Charlotte, Chicago and New Orleans. He averaged 4.4 points and 2.2 assists during his tenure in the NBA. Drew also played oversees.

Following his playing career, Drew returned to Valparaiso where he served under his father, Homer, as an assistant and associate head coach. The 42-year old succeeded his father as the Crusaders top man, leading them to four Horizon League regular season titles and two conference tournament championships.

The three-time Horizon League COY compiled a 124-49 record in five seasons at Valparaiso. He moved onto Vanderbilt prior to this past season, posting a 19-14 record and reaching the NCAA Tournament. Drew is 143-65 in six seasons.

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