Chicago Bulls Forward & Longtime Broadcaster Stacey King Dies At 59

Former Chicago Bulls forward and longtime broadcaster Stacey King has died at age 59, leaving the basketball world in shock after one of the franchise’s more beloved figures passed away.

The Chicago Bulls announced King’s death on Sunday. King was a member of the Bulls for three NBA championships alongside Michael Jordan and spent two decades as the team’s television color commentator following his playing career.

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King died following a fall at his home in River Forest, Illinois. Authorities have not yet released an official cause of death, and medical examiners are conducting further examinations. Friends described the news as sudden and unexpected.

King was selected sixth overall in the 1989 NBA Draft after a standout college career at the University of Oklahoma. He quickly became part of one of the greatest basketball dynasties, helping the Bulls capture three consecutive NBA championships from 1991 to 1993. He was part of Jordan’s first three rings.
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While his playing career included stints with several NBA teams, King arguably became even more popular after his retirement. In 2006, he returned to the Bulls organization as a broadcaster and eventually became one of the most recognizable voices in Chicago sports. His energetic personality and humor made him a favorite among multiple generations of Bulls fans.

He called games during the Derrick Rose era and the more recent years with Adam Amin. King brought passion and authenticity to every broadcast. His enthusiasm helped make difficult seasons entertaining for viewers.

He was a great player and a great announcer, but King is survived by his wife, Debbie, and four sons. Family members described him as a devoted father who left an impact far beyond the basketball court.

For the Bulls, King will be remembered not only as a three-time NBA champion, but as one of the franchise’s greats—a multitalented man synonymous with Bulls basketball and a legend for years to come.
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