Stacy King, NBA legend and commentator for the Chicago Bulls, has passed away
8 june 2026 в 14:37
Former NBA player and longtime Chicago Bulls commentator Stacey King passed away at the age of 59. King was selected sixth overall in the 1989 NBA Draft and won three consecutive championships with Michael Jordan’s team in the 1990s. After retiring from basketball, he became a beloved voice for Bulls fans as a television analyst, known for his memorable phrases and vibrant commentary.
Following the news of his death, the owner and chairman of the club, Jerry Reinsdorf, paid tribute to King, calling him «a treasured member of the Bulls family and one of the truly unique personalities in the history of our organization».
Reinsdorf added, «His connection to Chicago, the Bulls, and our fans lasted more than three decades—first as a player and then as an irreplaceable voice that helped bring Bulls basketball into the homes of generations of fans. We will deeply miss him and remember the joy, energy, humor, candor, and passion he brought to our organization, our broadcasts, and to our fans every day».
As the basketball world mourns his loss, we have learned some details about how King passed away, his family, and more.
The official cause of death has not been disclosed. The Chicago Bulls announced King’s death on June 7, 2026, but did not provide further details.
Several sources mentioned a statement from ESPN Chicago host David Kaplan that King died after falling in his home; however, this information has not been officially confirmed.
Yes, King was married to his wife, Debi King. The couple reportedly married in 2017 and mostly kept their relationship out of the public eye.
Yes, King was the father of four sons: Eric, Garrett, Brandon, and Mason. Although the former NBA champion typically kept his family life private, he occasionally shared photos and messages about his children on social media.
In a post for Sons Day in 2023, King referred to parenting as «the best job in the world» and highlighted his four boys
Following the news of his death, the owner and chairman of the club, Jerry Reinsdorf, paid tribute to King, calling him «a treasured member of the Bulls family and one of the truly unique personalities in the history of our organization».
Reinsdorf added, «His connection to Chicago, the Bulls, and our fans lasted more than three decades—first as a player and then as an irreplaceable voice that helped bring Bulls basketball into the homes of generations of fans. We will deeply miss him and remember the joy, energy, humor, candor, and passion he brought to our organization, our broadcasts, and to our fans every day».
As the basketball world mourns his loss, we have learned some details about how King passed away, his family, and more.
The official cause of death has not been disclosed. The Chicago Bulls announced King’s death on June 7, 2026, but did not provide further details.
Several sources mentioned a statement from ESPN Chicago host David Kaplan that King died after falling in his home; however, this information has not been officially confirmed.
Yes, King was married to his wife, Debi King. The couple reportedly married in 2017 and mostly kept their relationship out of the public eye.
Yes, King was the father of four sons: Eric, Garrett, Brandon, and Mason. Although the former NBA champion typically kept his family life private, he occasionally shared photos and messages about his children on social media.
In a post for Sons Day in 2023, King referred to parenting as «the best job in the world» and highlighted his four boys
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