🔥 Trending Stacey King: Bulls Legend and Announcer Honored in Chicago

Stacey King was a prominent American professional basketball player and, later, a beloved broadcaster for the Chicago Bulls. He was widely recognized for his contributions to the Bulls' three consecutive NBA championships in the early 1990s and his engaging commentary ²⁸.

Early Life and College Career

Born on January 29, 1967, Stacey King grew up in Lawton, Oklahoma ¹⁶. He became a standout basketball player, known as a 6-foot-10 left-handed center ⁶. King played college basketball for the University of Oklahoma, where he achieved significant success. As a junior, he was named a second-team All-American, averaging 22.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game ⁶.

Professional NBA Career

King was drafted by the Chicago Bulls as the sixth overall pick in the 1989 NBA draft ¹. He played for the Bulls from 1989 to 1994, contributing to their historic "three-peat" championships in 1991, 1992, and 1993 ²⁸. Throughout his NBA career, King also played for other teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami Heat, Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, and Golden State Warriors, before retiring in 1997 ¹.

Broadcasting Career

After his playing career, Stacey King transitioned to broadcasting, becoming a well-known and popular analyst for the Chicago Bulls. He was celebrated for his enthusiastic calls, insightful commentary, and strong connection with the team's fanbase ²⁷.

Passing

Stacey King passed away on June 7, 2026, at the age of 59 ²³⁸. His death sent shockwaves across the sporting world ⁸. The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office later determined his official cause of death as hypertensive cardiovascular disease ⁵. Some initial reports mentioned he allegedly suffered a fall at his home, but the official cause was later attributed to his heart condition ⁷.