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TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Former University of Florida basketball star Dwayne Schintzius, who also played in the NBA, has died after a two-year battle against cancer. He was 43.

Relatives say Schintzius died Sunday at a Tampa hospital following complications from a failed bone marrow transplant. Schintzius began treatment for leukemia in 2010.

The 7-foot-2 center played for the Gators from 1987 to 1990, helping Florida to its first three NCAA Tournament appearances. He is Florida's sixth-highest scorer with 1,624 points.

Schintzius was drafted 24th overall in the first round by the San Antonio Spurs in 1990. He also played for the Kings, Nets, Pacers, Clippers and Celtics during an eight-year professional career.

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"To Dwayne Schintzius, You were a fantastic basketball player for the NBA Celtics. My prayers are with your family. Lisa Weiner"
- Lisa Weiner (Brooklyn, NY)
"I was just informed of Dwayne's passing! My prayers are with the entire family. I still remember the Brandon Highschool ball club with Tony, Jim Williamson, Brian Wilson, Roy Hartline, Mike Mondsini, John Ferina and more. We will miss the big man!"
- Mike Anderson #22 (Grand Prairie, TX)
"God heals all hearts and Dwayne heart was very big as a player and a home town hero. My prayers are with his Family."
- Leroy Staley (Pearl, MS)
"May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow."
- 2Corinthians 1:3,4 KL (GA)
"I had the pleasure of seeing Dwayne play at UF and saw some of his antics in Coach Mac's class. He was indeed a Gator great. My prayers are with his family."
- Dee Keiser (Tampa, FL)

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