Chicago Bulls Legend Stacey King’s Cause of Death Revealed Stacey King, the three-time NBA champion and beloved Chicago Bulls broadcaster, died on June 7 at his home in River Forest, Ill., according to a spokesperson for the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office. The cause of death was determined to be hypertensive cardiovascular disease, a condition linked to long-term high blood pressure. Obesity was noted as a contributing factor, though the manner of death was classified as natural. King, who was 59 years old, had been a fixture in Bulls history both as a player and a broadcaster. King’s NBA career began in 1989 when he was selected with the sixth overall pick in the draft. He joined the Bulls alongside Michael Jordan, forming a formidable power forward presence. Over his first four seasons with the team, King won three championships, cementing his legacy as a key member of the 1990s Bulls dynasty. Standing at 6 feet 11 inches and weighing 230 pounds, his physicality and skill on the court made him a standout player. His time with the Bulls ended in 1994 when he was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves as part of a deal that also involved Luc Longley. King continued to play in the league until 1997, logging minutes for the Miami Heat, Dallas Mavericks, and Boston Celtics. Despite the trade, his connection to the Bulls remained strong, and he later became a staple of the team’s broadcast booth. After retiring from playing, King transitioned into broadcasting, where he quickly became a fan favorite. Known for his energetic personality and catchphrases like “gimme the hot sauce!” and “sriracha!”, he brought a unique blend of humor and insight to the Bulls’ broadcasts.#chicago_bulls #jerry_reinsdorf #stacey_king #river_forest #cook_county_medical_examiner
Stacey King's Cause of Death Remains Undetermined as Tributes Pour In Chicago Bulls broadcaster and former NBA player Stacey King was pronounced dead on Sunday morning at his home in River Forest, Illinois, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office. The 59-year-old was found unresponsive in the 500 block of Bonnie Brae around 8:30 a.m., though the exact cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Officials stated that additional testing is required to determine the cause, with autopsy results potentially taking weeks to finalize. River Forest Police Department Chief James Greenwood confirmed that investigators are awaiting the findings and have not released further details at this time. King, a three-time NBA champion who played for the Chicago Bulls during their historic three-peat in the 1990s, was a central figure in the team’s legacy. Drafted by the Bulls with the No. 6 pick in 1989, he was part of the core that helped the franchise win titles in 1991, 1992, and 1993. Former teammates expressed shock and grief following the news. Scottie Pippen, a fellow Bulls legend, called King “a great teammate and a true ambassador for the game” in a social media post. Michael Jordan, who played alongside King during the 1990s, shared a heartfelt statement: “We shared some special years together as teammates and he was part of a group that helped define an era of Chicago Bulls basketball. My thoughts are with Stacey’s family, friends, and everyone whose lives he touched.” Beyond his playing career, King’s legacy as a broadcaster became deeply intertwined with the Bulls community. For over two decades, his energetic and witty commentary defined the television experience for Bulls fans.#scottie_pippen #chicago_bulls #stacey_king #river_forest #james_greenwood
