BREAKING NEWS:Adam Silver, Commissioner of the NBA, Dies at 62 read more details 👇👇
Adam Silver, the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) commissioner, passed away today at the age of 62, leaving the sports community in sadness for the loss of a visionary leader. The NBA released an official statement early Friday morning confirming his demise. It has not yet been revealed what caused the death.
The NBA said in a statement, “We share the news of Adam Silver’s passing with heartfelt grief.” Adam was a cherished friend, mentor, and unwavering supporter of basketball and its community in addition to being a commissioner. Both the league and the lives he touched globally will carry on his legacy.
Silver was born in Rye, New York, in 1962, and graduated from the University of Chicago Law School and Duke University. After joining the NBA in 1992, he advanced through the ranks swiftly and held a number of important positions before being named commissioner. Silver gained notoriety.
One of his most noteworthy decisions was to ban former Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling for life in 2014. This bold measure garnered Silver great recognition for his dedication to preserving the league’s principles of equality and respect.
The NBA had significant international expansion under Silver’s direction, entering new markets in China, India, and Africa. In order to foster the next wave of basketball talent globally,
Tributes poured in from players, coaches, executives, and fans alike.
“Adam was a true leader, always approachable, always thoughtful,” said Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry. “He loved the game and believed in the players. This is a huge loss for all of us.”
Adam Silver was one of the best commissioners in the history of sports,” NBA star and Hall of Famer Magic Johnson wrote in a social media tribute. He always acted morally and made numerous changes to the game. His family and the entire NBA community have my deepest sympathies.
Silver’s wife, Maggie, and their two kids outlive him. Memorial service details have not yet been made public.
