Gene Wiley: Basketball Star Turned Artist | Wichita State Shockers Basketball News

Gene Wiley, Wichita State legend and art world standout, passed at 88—remember him not just for his court dominance, but for his jaw-dropping watercolors, Sophia Loren portrait, and front-page art show in ’62. He wasn’t just a basketball star; he was a true dual threat, turning heads in galleries before suiting up for the Lakers. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1d8900b8e91137f6