NBA and Utah Jazz legend Jerry Sloan dies at 78

22.05.2020 - 20:13 | Son Güncellenme: 22.05.2020 - 20:13

jerry Sloan dies at 78. Utah Jazz announces Jerry Sloan is dead. So why did Jerry Sloan die? His life and successes … Longtime Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan died Friday morning at the age of 78 due to complications from Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia.

Former Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan died at age 78 on Friday morning due to complications from Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia, according to a statement from the team. So why did Jerry Sloan die? His life and successes..

The Utah Jazz have issued the following statement and background information in response to the passing of NBA and Jazz legend Jerry Sloan earlier this morning due to complications from Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia at the age of 78:

From the Utah Jazz:

“Jerry Sloan will always be synonymous with the Utah Jazz. He will forever be a part of the Utah Jazz organization and we join his family, friends and fans in mourning his loss. We are so thankful for what he accomplished here in Utah and the decades of dedication, loyalty and tenacity he brought to our franchise. 

“Our Hall of Fame coach for 23 years, Jerry had a tremendous impact on the Jazz franchise as expressed by his banner hanging in the arena rafters. His 1,223 Jazz coaching wins, 20 trips to the NBA Playoffs and two NBA Finals appearances are remarkable achievements. His hard-nosed approach only made him more beloved. Even after his retirement, his presence at Jazz games always brought a roaring response from the crowd.

“Like Stockton and Malone as players, Jerry Sloan epitomized the organization. He will be greatly missed. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Tammy, the entire Sloan family and all who knew and loved him.”

  

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