Anthony Mason died Saturday. He was 48 years-old.
Mason’s son Anthony Mason Jr., released a statement on behalf o the family:
“First, I want to thank all those who offered prayers and well-wishes for my Father, our family really appreciated it. Overnight, New York City and the world lost a legend, a friend, a brother…but more than anything, our father, Anthony Mason. As you all would expect, our father—Big Mase—put up an incredible fight dealing with severe heart issues. I’m wishing this was something else I was writing, but Pops, we’ve got to let you know we love you and know you’ll always be with us.
I ask at this time that you respect our family’s privacy with regard to questions as our family takes the time to mourn.”
A Knicks spokesperson confirmed Mason’s death to ESPN. The 13-year NBA veteran had been diagnosed with congestive heart failure earlier this month.
In his 13-year career he played with the New Jersey Nets, Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Charlotte Hornets, Milwaukee Bucks and Miami Heat of the National Basketball Association. He averaged 10.8 points and 8.3 rebounds in his 13-year NBA career.
