NBA community mourns death of Jose Fernandez

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Steve Mitchell / USA TODAY Sports

The NBA world offered its condolences on social media following the tragic death of Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez.

Fernandez, 24, was pronounced dead Sunday morning.

I jus landed to this awful awful news. I didn't know #JoseFernandez but I was a fan from afar and I always root for the underdogs. You never suppose to question God but it's times like this where you jus don't understand why. #gonewaytosoon #rip🙏🙏

A photo posted by dwyanewade (@dwyanewade) on Sep 25, 2016 at 9:17am PDT

I'm heartbroken to hear the news about Jose Fernandez. He was a bright light for sports and our city. Prayers and thoughts. #JoseDay
— Shane Battier (@ShaneBattier) September 25, 2016

Shocking news. RIP Jose https://t.co/yb9y0VUv6M
— Micky Arison (@MickyArison) September 25, 2016

My favorite pitcher rest easy brotha
— Ed Davis (@eddavisXVII) September 25, 2016

Deeply saddened by the loss of Jose Fernandez. My condolences to his family, friends, and the Marlins organization.
— Luol Deng (@LuolDeng9) September 25, 2016

We send our our deepest condolences to Jose Fernandez's family and to the Miami Marlins. Rest In Peace.
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) September 25, 2016

RIP Jose Fernandez
— Ed Davis (@eddavisXVII) September 25, 2016