Former Lakers center Elden Campbell has passed away at the age of 57
4 december 2025 в 00:13
Former center of the Los Angeles Lakers, Elden Campbell, spent over ten years in the NBA, playing nearly nine seasons in Los Angeles during his career and winning a championship title with the Detroit Pistons. Campbell passed away on December 2, 2025, at the age of 57. As of now, the official cause of death has not been disclosed.
Following the news of his passing, former teammate Magic Johnson remembered him as a close friend and talented player. In a post published on December 3, 2025, Johnson described Campbell as a «gentle soul», - recalling their years together with the Lakers.
«I just received the terrible news that my former Lakers teammate and friend Elden Campbell has passed away. He was such a gentle soul. As a basketball player, he was incredibly athletic. I loved passing him the ball because he could jump higher than anyone and had immense talent! Cookie and I are praying for his family and Lakers Nation during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Big E!»
Learn more about Campbell below.
Campbell was an American professional basketball player who played 15 seasons in the NBA from 1990 to 2005. He was born on July 23, 1968, in Los Angeles, California, and played college basketball for the Clemson Tigers, becoming the school’s all-time leading scorer. In an Instagram post, the school wrote: «We mourn the loss of Elden Campbell, our all-time leading scorer, All-American player, and three-time All-ACC player, who passed away at the age of 57».
Campbell was selected 27th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1990 NBA Draft and spent most of the decade with the team before moving on to other clubs—ultimately winning an NBA championship with the Detroit Pistons in 2004.
«He had an underrated stint with the Pistons—tough post defense, veteran leadership, and crucial minutes in the playoffs when it mattered. Pistons fans will always remember everything you did on and off the court. Rest in peace 🙏…» wrote Pistons fans on Twitter.
«In addition to his contributions on the court, Elden’s calm presence and warm personality made him a favorite among teammates, fans, and the community», - stated the Pistons in a release on December 3, 2025. «Our hearts and prayers are with Elden’s family and friends during this difficult time».
Public records and major recent obituaries, including those covering his death, do not mention that Campbell was married at the time of his passing.
As of now, the official cause of death has not been disclosed
Following the news of his passing, former teammate Magic Johnson remembered him as a close friend and talented player. In a post published on December 3, 2025, Johnson described Campbell as a «gentle soul», - recalling their years together with the Lakers.
«I just received the terrible news that my former Lakers teammate and friend Elden Campbell has passed away. He was such a gentle soul. As a basketball player, he was incredibly athletic. I loved passing him the ball because he could jump higher than anyone and had immense talent! Cookie and I are praying for his family and Lakers Nation during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Big E!»
Learn more about Campbell below.
Campbell was an American professional basketball player who played 15 seasons in the NBA from 1990 to 2005. He was born on July 23, 1968, in Los Angeles, California, and played college basketball for the Clemson Tigers, becoming the school’s all-time leading scorer. In an Instagram post, the school wrote: «We mourn the loss of Elden Campbell, our all-time leading scorer, All-American player, and three-time All-ACC player, who passed away at the age of 57».
Campbell was selected 27th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1990 NBA Draft and spent most of the decade with the team before moving on to other clubs—ultimately winning an NBA championship with the Detroit Pistons in 2004.
«He had an underrated stint with the Pistons—tough post defense, veteran leadership, and crucial minutes in the playoffs when it mattered. Pistons fans will always remember everything you did on and off the court. Rest in peace 🙏…» wrote Pistons fans on Twitter.
«In addition to his contributions on the court, Elden’s calm presence and warm personality made him a favorite among teammates, fans, and the community», - stated the Pistons in a release on December 3, 2025. «Our hearts and prayers are with Elden’s family and friends during this difficult time».
Public records and major recent obituaries, including those covering his death, do not mention that Campbell was married at the time of his passing.
As of now, the official cause of death has not been disclosed
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