On Wednesday, the Golden State Warriors shocked the NBA community by announcing the tragic passing of their assistant coach, Dejan Milojević. The 46-year-old experienced a heart attack during a team dinner days ago in Utah, which ultimately led to his untimely demise. The initial medical emergency occurred in Salt Lake City, where Milojevic was taken to a hospital after a heart attack struck him during a private team dinner.
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Despite valiant life-saving efforts, Milojević succumbed on Wednesday morning. His sudden loss has sent ripples of grief through the franchise – teammates, coaching staff, and other faces across the league mourn the loss, leaving a somber atmosphere in the basketball community.
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@NBAPR, the league’s direct source of news, also officially announced the heartbreaking passing. The league extended its deepest sympathies to the coach’s family, acknowledging his significant contributions to both the NBA and global basketball. The release, signed by Adam Silver, highlighted Milojevic’s monumental impact on the sport, concluding with “heartfelt condolences” for the grieving family and the Warriors organization.
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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement today regarding the passing of Golden State Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojević: pic.twitter.com/Ft6akrEZHr
— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) January 17, 2024
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In a show of support for the Warriors franchise and the memory of the late Serbian, the league has postponed the scheduled game between the Jazz and the Dubs due to take place today.
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