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mookie Rest in peace big fella. Such a great piece of the Blazers in our glory years.
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kellex Sad day here in Oregon...
Kevin Duckworth, R.I.P.
Bullets Forever —
From ESPN.com:
Kevin Duckworth, a two-time NBA All-Star who spent the majority of his 12 NBA seasons as the Portland Trail Blazers' center, has died. He was 44.
Duckworth died Monday in Kernville, Ore., near the coastal town of Lincoln City. His death was confirmed by the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office. Duckworth was in town as part of a Trail Blazers group hosting a free kids basketball clinic, Fox 12 reported on its Web site.
The cause of his death was not released Tuesday morning.
The 7-foot Duckworth started ...
Kevin Duckworth, dead at 44
Rip City Project | A Portland Trailblazers blog —
Today begins with the sad news that Kevin Duckworth, former Blazers center and two-time All-Star, has passed away in Lincoln City, OR at the age of 44. He was in town as a Heritage Ambassador for the Blazers Summer Tour. ...
R.I.P. Kevin Duckworth…
The SAV SCI MMA blog —
... on a heart attack or similar cardiac ailment. Duckworth is survived by a fiancé and two children. While he showed flashes of brilliance as a player and was a valued contributor to some great Blazer teams, he’s being remembered by the community for his generous nature, kind heart and loving personality. THE SAVAGE SCIENCE would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Duck… Kevin Duckworth tribute @ PortlandTrailblazers official site ESPN story on Duckworth’s death
Sox Appeal Does It Again
Comcast SportsNet New England » Wicked Good Sports —
... And… that’s all for now. Let’s all pour a little out tonight for the late, great Kevin Duckworth. Tragic news about the former big man with the sweet, sweet touch (talking about his jump shot). ...
Duckworth Passes Away
The DC Sports Page —
... Kevin Duckworth, former Washington Bullet, passed away on Monday in Oregon. Known around these parts as "Double-O" for his jersey number, 00, played for the Bullets before the team changed the name to Wizards from 1993-1995. His short stint didn't leave much a mark on the Washington Basketball team, but as a former NBA All-Star, he brought some light to a franchise plagued with bad decsions. He was toward the end of his career playing here, so nothing was gained. ...
