This news comes completely unexpected: Felton Spencer is dead. The former basketball player died at the age of just 55. Fans and colleagues are shocked online. The NBA confirmed the athlete’s death.
Felton Spencer has died aged just 55. Image: AdobeStock/ Piotr Stach (icon image)
Incredibly sad news from ex-basketball player Felton Spencer. The athlete died unexpectedly at the age of 55. His death was confirmed, among other things, by the NBA on their website.
Felton Spencer is dead – basketball player died unexpectedly at the age of 55
“Former Minnesota Timberwolves top pick Felton Spencer has died at the age of 55. The veteran center played 12 total NBA seasons for the Utah Jazz, Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic and San Antonio Spurs.” , according to the National Basketball Association website. An exact cause of death was not given. Throughout his NBA career, Spencer averaged 5.2 points and 5.4 rebounds per game.
The Golden State Warriors mourn the passing of basketball star Felton Spencer
The Golden State Warriors, one of Felton Spencer’s former clubs, also took to Twitter to express their condolences and pay tribute to their late player. “We remember former Warriors center Felton Spencer, who passed away today at the age of 55. A native of Louisville, Kentucky, Felton played three seasons with the Warriors during his 12-year NBA career (1996-99). Our condolences to his family and friends,” the Warriors tweeted.
Ex-coach mourns the death of Felton Spencer
A number of companions and colleagues also expressed their grief online at the death of NBA legend Felton Spencer. Basketball coach Gordon Chiesa tweeted: “I am saddened by the passing of former Utah Jazz player Felton Spencer. I had the privilege of coaching Felton from 1993-96 where he was an outstanding rebounder, central defender and fighter was. His humility and spirit enriched our team. The U of Louisville are proud of him, he lives in basketball heaven!”
Fans bid farewell to basketball star Felton Spencer
Not only die-hard basketball fans were shocked after Felton Spencer’s death. Others also spoke up. “Wow! I had no idea who he was until tonight but I’m overwhelmed by all the comments and love – this is how you know you’ve lived a life of honor,” one tweeted. “Our condolences to the bereaved. May he rest in peace”, “My condolences to his family and friends” and “Too bad, a great teammate. rip”, were the other reactions.
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