Players from across the Association took to social media to offer their condolences after learning of the death of longtime TNT broadcaster Craig Sager.
Sager, 65, passed away on Thursday following an extended battle with leukemia.
"I - along with the entire NBA family - am deeply saddened by the passing of Craig Sager," Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement.
"Craig was as vital to the NBA as the players and coaches. A true original and an essential voice on Turner Sports’ NBA coverage for 26 seasons, Craig chronicled some of the most memorable moments in league history and was a ubiquitous presence with his splashy suits and equally colorful personality. Craig earned widespread respect for his insightful reporting and inspired so many most recently with his courage. Our hearts go out to his wife, Stacy; his children, Kacy, Craig Jr., Krista, Riley and Ryan; and his friends and colleagues."
RIP Craig Sager
— NBA.com (@NBAcom) December 15, 2016
Thank you for everything. #SagerStrong pic.twitter.com/4GTtDXuGTv
Charles Barkley, Kenny ‘The Jet’ Smith and Shaq remember their colleague and friend, Craig Sager.#SagerStrong https://t.co/ayqf20J9Iv
— Def Pen Hoops (@DefPenHoops) December 16, 2016
Thank you for being you! Brought the best out of everyone you met. #sagerstrong pic.twitter.com/ixPco9SVr2
— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) December 15, 2016
Long Live Craig. We love you! Rest in Paradise
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) December 15, 2016
One of the greatest to ever do it
— Kawhi Leonard (@SugarKLeonard2) December 15, 2016
Rest In Peace, Craig Sager pic.twitter.com/WnT9t84IIh
Related: Pop gives heartfelt pregame tribute to Sager
the sports world lost a legend today. rest in peace Mr. Craig Sager
— Blake Griffin (@blakegriffin32) December 15, 2016
Legend.
— Jordan (@Jumpman23) December 15, 2016
Friend.
🐐
The game won't be the same without you. #SagerStrong
Craig Sager brought so much enthusiasm to the NBA game. But his fight to the end is what really impressed me. RIP to an inspiring man.
— Scottie Pippen (@ScottiePippen) December 15, 2016
RIP to my buddy Craig. My heart goes out to Stacy and the kids. He always took care of me and I'll always be grateful. pic.twitter.com/jApWYzSizh
— Steve Nash (@SteveNash) December 15, 2016
The sports community lost a great one today. Rest In Peace Craig Sager. #RIPSager
— Kevin Love (@kevinlove) December 15, 2016
Rest in peace Craig Sager! 🙏🏼:(
— Kristaps Porzingis (@kporzee) December 15, 2016
Rest In Peace to my friend and colorful sideline reporter, Craig Sager!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) December 15, 2016
RIP Craig Sager!! #gamechanger
— Jeremy Lin (@JLin7) December 15, 2016
Rest In Peace Craig Sager... Thank you for all your kind words and for showing the true meaning of the word strength.
— Tristan Thompson (@RealTristan13) December 15, 2016
.@Bucks F Jabari Parker honors the late Craig Sager #SagerStrong https://t.co/NjvLkPdHDT
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) December 16, 2016
Rest In Peace #CraigSager prayers go out to his family pic.twitter.com/NDWL6suNGp
— Isaiah Thomas (@Isaiah_Thomas) December 15, 2016
RIP to the great Craig Sager you will not be forgotten! #SagerStrong
— shabazz muhammad (@ShabazzMuhammad) December 15, 2016
R.I.P Craig Sager🙏
— Tony Allen (@aa000G9) December 15, 2016
I was Honored to have been interviewed by Craig Sager, RIP #SagerStrong
— Bruce Bowen (@Bowen12) December 15, 2016
Damn man. RIP to Craig Sager. U will always b remember. Prayers and condolences go out to his family.
— Mario Chalmers (@mchalmers15) December 15, 2016
— Steve Smith (@steve21smith) December 15, 2016
Mr. Sager was one of the most genuine, positive, and kind people I've had the chance to spend time with. He'll be truly missed.
— Sam Dekker (@dekker) December 15, 2016
