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Boston Celtics alum Stacey King passes away at age 59

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 11:15 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Boston Celtics alum Stacey King passes away at age 59
Summary

Stacey King, former Boston Celtics big man and three-time Chicago Bulls champion, died on June 7 at the age of 59. King was part of the Celtics in 1997 and became well-known as a broadcaster, especially for his work with the Bulls. Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf paid tribute, describing King as a cherished member of the organization whose influence spanned over three decades. King's career as the No. 6 pick in the 1989 draft saw him average 2.4 points and 1.8 rebounds per game during his time in Boston. The basketball community mourns his loss.

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  • •Stacey King passed away on June 7, 2026.
  • •He was 59 years old at the time of his death.
  • •King played for the Boston Celtics in 1997.
  • •He won three NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls.
  • •King was also a well-known broadcaster.
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  • 11:15 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics short-timer big man Stacey King passes
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Boston Celtics big man alum and three-time Chicago Bulls NBA champion Stacey King passed away on Sunday, June 7. He was 59.

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