The NBA world is reacting to the passing of Bulls legend Stacey King. The Chicago Bulls X.com account announced the unfortunate news. He was only 59. Jerry Reinsdorf also released a statement on King and his love of being a Bull.
Fans remember King as not only a member of the legendary 90s teams he took a part in, but they'll also remember him as the man that called so many important games and plays. There exists entire generations of Bulls fans that hear King's voice when they think about their love of the Bulls. That alone is something special. To have that ability to live on in the hearts of the fans is itself a form of immortality.
We are devastated by the passing of 3x NBA Champion and beloved broadcaster Stacey King. pic.twitter.com/NSyeopd880
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) June 7, 2026
Stacey King became synonymous with Bulls basketball
King's broadcasting career lasted far longer than his playing career did, and it's only natural that he's strongly thought of through that lens. In addition to those that knew King's transition from the court to the booth, there's also entire sectors of Bulls fans that only know him from his time as the voice of the Bulls. His trademark energy and style are some of the larger things that will stick to his memory.
It's so rare to have a personality become so in sync with the culture surrounding a team in the way that King did. He wasn't just an important figure to the fans, he was the physical embodiment of the fanbase. King was always visible around the organization well after his retirement.
King's absence is something that is going to be felt across the league. The flood of tributes from former teammates, players, coaches, and many many fans just goes to show the magnitude of the impact that King had on the game of basketball. His influence was felt well beyond Chicago, and the league should be grateful.
King spent decades representing not just the Bulls, but he represented Chicago as a whole with passion, pride, and his own unique brand of energy. From championship banners to memorable broadcasts, his fingerprints are all over some of the city's most cherished moments. Though his voice may be gone, it will continue to echo through generations of Bulls fans. This is certainly a dark day for Chicago, for the Bulls, and for the game of basketball.
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