Nate Thurmond (1941 - 2016), Hall of Fame NBA center

Nate Thurmond, Hall of Fame NBA center, died after a short battle with leukemia on July 16, 2016, according to multiple news sources. He was 74.

Tex Winter (1922–2018), genius behind the triangle offense

His innovative offense led the Bulls and Lakers to many NBA titles.

Jerry Sloan (1942–2020), Hall of Fame Utah Jazz head coach

Jerry Sloan was one of the winningest head coaches in NBA history. He coached the Utah Jazz for 23 seasons, from 1988 to 2011 with a roster including future hall-of-famers John Stockton and Karl Malone. His impressive record as a coach included 15 consecutive playoff appearances, highlighted by consecutive NBA Finals against the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls.

Earl “The Twirl” Cureton (1957–2024), NBA “big man” and college star 

Earl “The Twirl” Cureton was an NBA player and college standout who excelled at the University of Detroit Mercy and played pro ball with the Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, and others.

Walt Wesley (1945–2024), former NBA player and Kansas Jayhawk 

Walt Wesley was a 10-year NBA veteran anda star player with the University of Kansas Jayhawks.

Chet Walker (1940–2024), Hall of Fame NBA forward

Chet Walker was a 13-year veteran of the NBA, a Hall of Fame forward, and a seven-time All-Star who played with the Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls.

Mitchell Wiggins (1959–2024), Houston Rockets shooting guard

Mitchell Wiggins was a shooting guard for such NBA teams as the Houston Rockets and Chicago Bulls, as well as the father of current Golden State Warriors star Andrew Wiggins.

Bob Love (1942–2024), Chicago Bulls great

Bob Love was a three-time All-Star forward for the Chicago Bulls who later became the team’s goodwill ambassador.

Chad Posthumus (1991–2024), Canadian basketball player

Chad Posthumus was a Canadian basketball player who played for the Winnipeg Sea Bears, among others, in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.