Bulls community honors Stacey King following his passing at age 59
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:20 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Stacey King, former Chicago Bulls forward and color commentator, has died at age 59. King was known for winning three championships with the Bulls and later became a beloved broadcaster for nearly two decades. Former Bulls announcer Neil Funk shared heartfelt memories of King, highlighting his vibrant personality and love for life. Tributes from fans and members of the Bulls organization have poured in since news of his passing on June 7, 2026. Funk described King as someone who made everyone feel special and left a unique legacy in Chicago basketball.
- •Stacey King passed away on June 7, 2026.
- •He won three championships with the Chicago Bulls.
- •King served as a color commentator for nearly 20 years.
- •Neil Funk praised King's personality and love for people.
- •Tributes have come from the Bulls community and fans.
- 12:20 AMYahoo Sports — Longtime Bulls announcer Neil Funk pays tribute to Stacey King: ‘He just loved life’
"The NBA world was shocked on Sunday to learn that Stacey King, the former Chicago Bulls forward who won three championships and later became the team’s beloved color commentator for nearly 20 years, had passed away at age 59. So many people in the Bulls community have been offering touching tributes to King. That includes…
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