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Former Bulls Champion Stacey King Dies at 59

6/8/2026

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Stacey King Dies

Chicago – The Bulls announced that player and broadcaster Stacey King died at age 59 on June 7, 2026.
Officials found him dead at his River Forest home after a fall and are reviewing the cause.
The Bulls selected King sixth overall in the 1989 NBA Draft from Oklahoma.
He won NBA titles with Chicago in 1991, 1992 and 1993 as a bench player.
He ended his playing career after 1996-97, joined the Bulls broadcast team in 2006 and became lead analyst in 2008.
Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf and president Michael Reinsdorf called him a member whose humor and energy linked fans.

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Stacey King Honored

The Chicago Cubs observed a moment of silence before Sunday’s game to honor King’s memory.
The NBA issued an official statement mourning King’s passing and praising his impact as a player, coach, and commentator.
Chicago Sports Network president Michael McCarthy called King a beloved Chicago sports figure who connected generations of fans.
The Bulls said they will announce memorial service details later and plan a tribute during the 2026-27 season.

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Historical Context

In June 1992 the Chicago Bulls completed a historic three-peat—first since the Boston Celtics of the 1960s—by beating the Portland Trail Blazers 4-2, while Michael Jordan posted a league-leading 30.1 points per game. The championship cemented a deep bond with Chicago fans, a legacy that endures as the city remembers former player-broadcaster Stacey King.

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Stacey King Dies

Chicago – The Bulls announced that player and broadcaster Stacey King died at age 59 on June 7, 2026.
Officials found him dead at his River Forest home after a fall and are reviewing the cause.
The Bulls selected King sixth overall in the 1989 NBA Draft from Oklahoma.
He won NBA titles with Chicago in 1991, 1992 and 1993 as a bench player.
He ended his playing career after 1996-97, joined the Bulls broadcast team in 2006 and became lead analyst in 2008.
Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf and president Michael Reinsdorf called him a member whose humor and energy linked fans.

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