Stacey King, a key player in the Chicago Bulls' three-peat championship run, has passed away at the age of 59.

June 8 - The Chicago Bulls announced on Sunday that Stacey King, a three-time NBA champion and former team commentator, has passed away at the age of 59.

As the sixth overall pick in the 1989 NBA draft, the 6 - foot - 11 Stacey played 82 games in his rookie season , averaging 8.9 points and 4.7 rebounds per game, and helped Michael Jordan 's Chicago Bulls win three consecutive championships from 1991 to 1993 .

In a statement, Bulls owner and chairman Jerry Reinsdorf said, " Stacey King was a highly valued member of the Bulls family and one of the most unique figures in the team's history. His connection with Chicago, the Bulls, and the fans spanned more than 30 years, and he was beloved from player to commentator. "

After retiring, Stacey transitioned into a long-time commentator for the Chicago Bulls, where he was beloved by fans for his humorous commentary style and signature catchphrases. He worked for over two decades and was considered an important bridge connecting the team and its fans.

Chicago Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf also stated that Stacey was not only an outstanding player, but also a public figure who genuinely loved basketball and people, and his influence will remain in the team's history for a long time.

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