“NBA coaches salute the impactful life and career of our friend Craig Sager. Craig was an enthusiastic foot soldier for the greatness of the NBA game and leaves us as an unforgettable and defiant symbol of strength. The thoughts and prayers of all NBA coaches go out to his family.”

– Rick Carlisle 

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Players Pay Tribute to Craig Sager

RIP Craig!

— Dirk Nowitzki (@swish41) December 15, 2016

 

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

 

 

Always was a joy being around you, Craig. You were a true inspiration and I will always be #SagerStrong pic.twitter.com/UqavOtqxxq

— Harrison Barnes (@hbarnes) December 16, 2016

R.I.P Mr. Sager. Thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones during this time…. #sagerstrong https://t.co/Sm3wicSLqZ

— Deron Williams (@DeronWilliams) December 16, 2016

We will miss you Craig. RIP. Legend.

— Zaza Pachulia (@zaza27) December 15, 2016

“Time is simply how you live your life.” – Craig Sager. So grateful for the time you shared with all of us. RIP my friend #sagerstrong

— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) December 15, 2016

Saddened to hear about the passing of Craig Sager. Thoughts and prayers out to his family! #SagerStrong #RIPCraigSager

— Mike Conley (@mconley11) December 15, 2016

The NBA family lost a legend, who changed the way sideline reporters did their job. RIP Craig Sager.

— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) December 15, 2016

Craig Sager was a kind soul. Every time I played on @NBAonTNT he'd say "play well" so he could interview me after. first 3s 4 u tonite #RIP

— Jason Terry (@jasonterry31) December 15, 2016

Craig Sager thanks for saving my life when I was in dire need of help in Detroit back in 1993. Condolences to your family. RIP my friend.

— Dennis Rodman (@dennisrodman) December 15, 2016

Rest In Peace to Craig Sager. My condolences go out to his family and friends. We lost a great… https://t.co/eOits3OfvV

— Allen Iverson (@alleniverson) December 15, 2016

#RIP Craig Sager. You lived your life full of love and full of fun. That's how you live your life. https://t.co/MF3k8MWZcC

— DWade (@DwyaneWade) December 15, 2016

RIP Craig Sager. Your work was first class and your will to live was truly inspiring.

— Gordon Hayward (@gordonhayward) December 15, 2016