TNT Sideline Reporter Craig Sager Passes Away At Age 65
By: Josh Clark
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DALLAS (105.3 The Fan) - Turner Sports says in statement that NBA broadcaster Craig Sager has died at the age of 65.
— TurnerSportsPR (@TurnerSportsPR) December 15, 2016
"Craig Sager was a beloved member of the Turner family for more than three decades and he has been a true inspiration to all of us," Turner president David Levy said in a statement. "There will never be another Craig Sager. His incredible talent, tireless work ethic and commitment to his craft took him all over the world covering sports.
"While he will be remembered fondly for his colorful attire and the TNT sideline interviews he conducted with NBA coaches and players, it's the determination, grace and will to live he displayed during his battle with cancer that will be his lasting impact. Our thoughts and prayers are with Craig's wife, Stacy, and the entire Sager family during this difficult time. We will forever be Sager Strong."
Sager was known for his colorful suits during his more than 40-years in broadcasting. Players and coaches would playfully joke with him during interviews about the outfits.
"Time is simply how you live your life" ????We packed a lifetime and then some into these 28 years together. Pay it forward time! #SagerStrong pic.twitter.com/aEiDb2n0Ki
— Craig Sager II (@CraigSagerJr) December 15, 2016
"I -- along with the entire NBA family -- am deeply saddened by the passing of Craig Sager. Craig was as vital to the NBA as the players and coaches," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. "A true original and an essential voice on Turner Sports' NBA coverage for 26 seasons, Craig chronicled some of the most memorable moments in league history and was a ubiquitous presence with his splashy suits and equally colorful personality. Craig earned respect for his insightful reporting and inspired so many most recently with courage. Our hearts go out to his wife, Stacy, his children, Kacy, Craig Jr., Krista, Riley, and his friends and colleagues."
The entire Mavs organization sends their sympathies to the Sager family. Rest in peace, Craig. #SagerStrong pic.twitter.com/KVzfFO0VO3
— Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) December 15, 2016
RIP Craig!
— Dirk Nowitzki (@swish41) December 15, 2016
The legendary reporter has battled leukemia since he was first diagnosed in 2014.
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