NBA Broadcaster Craig Sager Dies At 65 After A Long Battle With Cancer [VIDEO]
Portia Mae M. CansancioCraig Sager, a legendary and well-known NBA sideline reporter, died Thursday at the age of 65 after a long battle with acute myeloid leukemia --- a battle that made him a symbol of courage and inspired numerous basketball fans all over the world.
Craig Sager was born in June 29, 1951 at Batavia, Ill. A star basketball player in high school, he was recruited to play at Indiana by Bob Knight. He decided to go at Northwestern instead for both basketball and football. But after suffering a pair of concussions during his first year, Sager did not pursue his career in sports and continued living his life as the football team's mascot: Willie the Wildcat. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Speech at Northwestern.
Sager's broadcasting career started in 1972. He was famous for his on-field interview with Hank Aaron, just right after he made his 715th career home run and passing Babe Ruth to the top of Major League Baseball's all-time list. Soon after, he was hired by CNN --- where he started his 35-year career with Turner-related companies. For more than three decades, Sager was one of the most adored associate of the Turner family. He inspired countless people with his incredible work ethic and commitment to the industry. No doubt, there will never be another Craig Sager, Turner President David Levy said.
Sager passed two days just after being inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame, where he truly belongs. Tributes went circulating around the internet from famous people in the sports industry --- including his son and daughter, Craig II and Kacy. In Sager's memory, NBA teams will also observe a moment of silence before their next few games.
Aside from his commitment and determination while battling cancer, Craig Sager will also be remembered for his colorful attires and amazing sideline interviews he made with NBA players and coaches.
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