The NBA plans to honor the life of Muhammad Ali with a moment of silence before Game 2 of the NBA...

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The NBA plans to honor the life of Muhammad Ali with a <a href="http://abc7news.com/sports/curry-lebron-reflect-on-muhammad-ali-at-nba-finals/1372323/">moment of silence</a> before Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night at Oracle Arena in Oakland. The <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/teams/25" href="http://www.thescore.com/nhl/teams/25">San Jose Sharks</a> did <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038426" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038426">the same Saturday</a> before Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, as have numerous Major League Baseball teams.Ali died Friday at the age of 74. Related: <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038150" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038150">LeBron says Ali was 'a pioneer' for African-Americans</a><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Commissioner Adam Silver released a statement after the boxing legend's passing, saying: "(Ali) was an inspirational presence at several major NBA events and was deeply admired by so many throughout the league. While we are deeply saddened by his loss, Muhammad Ali's legacy lives on in every athlete who takes a stand for what he or she believes."

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Muhammad Ali, the three-time heavyweight champion of the world who was a titan both inside, and more influentially, outside the ring, died Friday of septic shock in a Phoenix-area hospital. He was 74 years old.Adored as "The Greatest of All Time," the death of the transcendent Ali has elicited widespread reaction, as the world pays tribute to a generational figure whose impact extends far beyond the sport of boxing.Here, we remember one of the most influential, beloved athletes of all-time.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>Obituary </h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/183757/cropped_GettyImages-83464598.jpg?ts=1465004480"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul><li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1037855" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1037855">Muhammad Ali dies at 74</a></li></ul><h3>Funeral arrangements </h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/183860/cropped_4771538.jpg?ts=1465061883"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038335" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038335">Ali died of septic shock; funeral to be held Friday along with public procession</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038441" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038441">Ali's heart kept beating for 30 minutes after organs failed, daughter says</a></li>
</ul><h3>Muhammad Ali's legacy</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/183709/cropped_4771609.jpg?ts=1464989479"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul><li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038276" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038276">Fighting the good fight: How Ali transcended boxing</a></li></ul><h3>Remembering an icon</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/183805/cropped_4771583.jpg?ts=1465044370"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1037926" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1037926">10 unforgettable moments in the life of Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1037986" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1037986">Looking back at Muhammad Ali's 5 most memorable fights</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038159" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038159">19 of Muhammad Ali's most memorable quotes</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038237" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038237">Reading List: Muhammad Ali, dead at 74, remembered</a></li>
</ul><h3>The world reacts </h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/183742/cropped_4771480.jpg?ts=1465000829"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038110" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038110">Sports world mourns the loss of Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038224" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038224">Obama: 'Muhammad Ali was The Greatest. Period'</a></li>
</ul>Boxing, MMA communities ...<ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038116" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038116">Mayweather, Pacquiao pay tribute to Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038216" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038216">McGregor: No one will come close to Ali's greatness</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038521" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038521">UFC airs tribute to Ali during pay-per-view</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038448" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038448">Muhammad Ali's son-in-law thanks fans for support after UFC 199 fight</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038225" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038225">UFC stars honor Muhammad Ali</a></li>
</ul>Basketball community ...<ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038150" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038150">LeBron: Ali was a pioneer for African-Americans</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038157" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038157">Kareem Abdul-Jabbar mourns Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038148" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038148">Silver: Muhammad Ali's legacy lives on</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038160" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038160">NBA players remember Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038352" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038352">Wade praises Ali: 'He made me believe I could become him'</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038331" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038331">Warriors reflect on Ali's legacy</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038699" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038699">Moment of silence for Ali to be held before Game 2 of Finals</a></li>
</ul>Baseball community ...<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/183788/cropped_GettyImages-51116298.jpg?ts=1465020316"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038117" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038117">Vin Scully shares news of Ali's death with listeners</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038152" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038152">Jackie Robinson Foundation pays tribute to Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038130" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038130">Watch: Muhammad Ali's classic All-Star Game appearance</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038109" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038109">Padres honor Ali on big screen at Petco Park</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038227" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038227">Baseball continues to pay tribute to Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038318" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038318">Cubs hold moment of silence for Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038347" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038347">Harper honors Ali with 'GOAT' shirt</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038365" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038365">Marlins reach out to Ali's family after premature tribute</a></li>
</ul>Football community ...<ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038230" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038230">Tom Brady: 'Rest in peace, Mr. Ali'</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038151" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038151">NFL community reacts to Muhammad Ali's death</a></li>
</ul>Soccer community ...<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/183822/cropped_53ce4aaabd89e.jpg?ts=1465048788"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038156" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038156">Soccer world mourns death of Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038213" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038213">Pele pays tribute to Muhammad Ali: My idol, my hero</a></li>
</ul>Hockey community ...<ul>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038466" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038466">Gretzky pays tribute to Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038426" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038426">Sharks hold moment of silence before Game 3</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038217" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038217">NHLers react to loss of Muhammad Ali</a></li>
<li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038278" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038278">Sharks' DeBoer recalls meeting Ali - at prom</a></li>
</ul>College community ...<ul><li><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/1038212" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/1038212">Pitino, Strong, NCAA community mourn death of Muhammad Ali</a></li></ul>

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