According to reports, former NBA commissioner David Stern passed away on New Year’s Day at the age of 77. Stern suffered a brain hemorrhage three weeks ago and he was unable to recover from it.
Current NBA commissioner Adam Silver released the following statement regarding the death of David Stern.
“Because of David, the NBA is a truly global brand – making him not only one of the greatest sports commissioners of all time but also one of the most influential business leaders of his generation.”
Rest in peace, commissioner Stern.
