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\n\t\t\tFormer NBA big man Stacey King, who won three championships as a role player with the Bulls during his eight years in the league, has died at age 59, the team announced in a press release.
\nKing was a longtime and beloved Bulls broadcaster known for his humor, enthusiasm, and generally objective views \u2014 he often credited the opposing team for playing well when warranted. His time with the organizations spanned more than three decades, per the statement.
\n\u201cStacey loved being a Bull. You could feel it in everything he did \u2013 the way he played, the way he called games and the way he connected with our fans,\u201d said president and CEO Michael Reinsdorf. \u201cHe had a unique gift for bringing people together and making every game feel personal. He brought an energy and love for the game that came through in every broadcast, helping fans feel connected to our team. Whether it was through a broadcast, a conversation or a photo with a fan, Stacey made people feel seen and valued.
\n\u201cWe were fortunate to know him not only as a player and broadcaster, but as a friend. Stacey genuinely cared about people, and he made our organization better. We will miss him dearly, and his impact, memory and legacy will remain a part of the Chicago Bulls forever.\u201d
\nThe Bulls selected King with the sixth overall pick of the 1989 draft. He spent parts of five seasons in Chicago to open his career and had stints with Minnesota, Miami, Boston and Dallas at the end of his NBA playing career.
\nThe left-handed big man was a star in college at Oklahoma, where he was from. King was a Consensus first-team All-America selection as a senior for the Sooners in 1988\/89.
\nWe at Hoops Rumors send our condolences to King\u2019s family and friends.<\/p>\n