Kevin Duckworth, Gone Far Too Soon At Age 44
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www.slamdunkcentral.com — The “Oregonian” Tuesday reported that former Portland Trail Blazers center Kevin Duckworth passed away on Monday, he was just 44 years old. Duckworth was on a tour for the Blazers conducting a free basketball clinic when he died. Duckworth was an immense man, sort of the Association’s version of Refrigerator Perry from the Chicago Bears. But Duckworth was also ...
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A Stroll Around the Blogosphere
And One — A Stroll Around the Blogosphere Posted by Carolyn August 26, 2008 20:10PM Cavsboard salutes Z with a nice career review. [image] Gordon Wiebe Mary Schmitt Boyer with a touching story about Nat Holman's loss of his brother to prostate cancer and a golf outing for Cleveland Hospice Care. Bob Finnan of the News-Herald says the Cavs are capable of winning 50 to 55 games this season and earning the No. 2 seed in the playoffs. The world loses Kevin Duckworth too soon. Spain's basketball coach calls it quits. [image] ...

Kevin Duckworth : Rest In Peace
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Kevin Duckworth: Dead at 44
myespn.go.com 8/26/2008 — There are now mulitple reports confirming the same sad news. Kevin Duckworth, a two-time All-Star who was the starting center on the Portland Trail Blazer teams that made it to the 1990 and 1992 NBA Finals, has died of unknown causes. The seven-foot center played in the NBA from 1986-1997. Most of those years he was in Portland, although at the end of his career he played for the Bullets, ...
There are now mulitple reports confirming the same sad news. Kevin Duckworth, a two-time All-Star who was the starting center on the Portland Trail Blazer teams that made it to the 1990 and 1992 NBA Finals, has died of unknown causes. The seven-foot center played in the NBA from 1986-1997. Most of those years he was in Portland, although at the end of his career he played for the Bullets, ...
Kevin Duckworth, Dead, at 44
www.blazersedge.com 8/26/2008 — The Blazers Press Release... BLAZERS GREAT KEVIN DUCKWORTH, TWO-TIME ALL-STAR, DIES "Duck" starred for two-time Western Conference Champs ...
The Blazers Press Release... BLAZERS GREAT KEVIN DUCKWORTH, TWO-TIME ALL-STAR, DIES "Duck" starred for two-time Western Conference Champs ...
Remembering Kevin Duckworth
sports.yahoo.com 8/26/2008 — This is truly unfortunate.  Kevin Duckworth died yesterday . The former Trail Blazer center was 44, we've no idea as to the cause of his passing, and it hardly matters. That's way too early. For anyone, much less this good a guy. Duckworth ...
This is truly unfortunate.  Kevin Duckworth died yesterday . The former Trail Blazer center was 44, we've no idea as to the cause of his passing, and it hardly matters. That's way too early. For anyone, much less this good a guy. Duckworth ...
Remembering Duck
blog.oregonlive.com 8/27/2008 — The Oregonian Sad news in Blazerland today as Kevin Duckworth has passed away far too young at the age of 44. Kevin Duckworth was a great member of the Blazers Finals teams in 1990 and '92, and a great member...
The Oregonian Sad news in Blazerland today as Kevin Duckworth has passed away far too young at the age of 44. Kevin Duckworth was a great member of the Blazers Finals teams in 1990 and '92, and a great member...
Kevin Duckworth Passed, Finally.
thoughtsfromthejockstrap.blogspot.com 8/27/2008 — A brief tribute with a funny story of the fallen Blazers star.
A brief tribute with a funny story of the fallen Blazers star.
Rumors and Free Agent Updates - Sad News Edition
celticsgreen.blogspot.com 8/27/2008 — We start todays update with some very sad news. Former Portland Trailblazer Kevin Duckworth,44, has passed away. Duckworth was in Lincoln City to host a free basketball clinic for kids and was found unresponsive in his room. Duckworth was a ...
We start todays update with some very sad news. Former Portland Trailblazer Kevin Duckworth,44, has passed away. Duckworth was in Lincoln City to host a free basketball clinic for kids and was found unresponsive in his room. Duckworth was a ...
Congestive Heart Failure Caused Kevin Duckworth’s Death
www.slamdunkcentral.com 8/28/2008 — The Associated Press reported Wednesday that an Oregon state medical examiner has ruled that former NBA center Kevin Duckworth died of congestive heart failure. Duckworth passed away on Monday at the age of only 44 while on a touring trip of the state for the Portland Trail Blazers. Duckworth was in the midst of touring the stat conducting free basketball clinics when he was stricken. ...
The Associated Press reported Wednesday that an Oregon state medical examiner has ruled that former NBA center Kevin Duckworth died of congestive heart failure. Duckworth passed away on Monday at the age of only 44 while on a touring trip of the state for the Portland Trail Blazers. Duckworth was in the midst of touring the stat conducting free basketball clinics when he was stricken. ...
Remembering "Duck"
www.bizofbasketball.com 8/28/2008 — While it certainly doesn’t fall under the heading of “business of basketball”, the news that former Blazer center Kevin Duckworth passed away Monday night at the age of 44, was shocking news, and something that hit home for me. As a resident of Portland, I, as well as most everyone in this city during the late '80s and early '90s, followed the Blazers. “Duck”, as he was affectionately ...
While it certainly doesn’t fall under the heading of “business of basketball”, the news that former Blazer center Kevin Duckworth passed away Monday night at the age of 44, was shocking news, and something that hit home for me. As a resident of Portland, I, as well as most everyone in this city during the late '80s and early '90s, followed the Blazers. “Duck”, as he was affectionately ...
Remembering Kevin Duckworth as a Washington Bullet
www.truthaboutit.net 8/28/2008 — There aren't a ton of fond memories of Kevin Duckworth as a Washington Bullet. But where would the cursed franchise be without characters such as the Duck? Here's to you Kevin Duckworth....rest in peace.
There aren't a ton of fond memories of Kevin Duckworth as a Washington Bullet. But where would the cursed franchise be without characters such as the Duck? Here's to you Kevin Duckworth....rest in peace.
Kevin Duckworth, R.I.P.
www.bulletsforever.com 8/28/2008 — 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. ...
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. ...
Former Washington Bullet Kevin Duckworth Dies
www.stetsports.com 8/28/2008 — Kevin Duckworth, a man who was among the many Washington Bullets/Wizards to pass through town long enough to become synonymous with obscurity and mediocrity, died yesterday at the age of 44. His premium years were spent with the Portland Trail ...
Kevin Duckworth, a man who was among the many Washington Bullets/Wizards to pass through town long enough to become synonymous with obscurity and mediocrity, died yesterday at the age of 44. His premium years were spent with the Portland Trail ...
Kevin Duckworth Is on God’s Duckwagon
misterirrelevant.com 8/28/2008 — Maybe it’s through Wizznutzz that Kevin Duckworth endeared himself to me as a ’90s-era Bullet that was just as lovable as the team was terrible. So it’s sad for Wiz fans, ball fans and just about everyone, really, that he passed ...
Maybe it’s through Wizznutzz that Kevin Duckworth endeared himself to me as a ’90s-era Bullet that was just as lovable as the team was terrible. So it’s sad for Wiz fans, ball fans and just about everyone, really, that he passed ...
Trail Blazers Set Up Scholarship Fund In Duckworth’s Memory
www.slamdunkcentral.com 9/1/2008 — The Portland Trail Blazers will celebrate and honor the life and career of former center Kevin Duckworth by setting up a scholarship in his name. The team announced on it’s website Saturday the establishment of the Kevin Duckworth Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Trail Blazers in a partnership ...
The Portland Trail Blazers will celebrate and honor the life and career of former center Kevin Duckworth by setting up a scholarship in his name. The team announced on it’s website Saturday the establishment of the Kevin Duckworth Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Trail Blazers in a partnership ...
Remembering Kevin Duckworth as a Washington BulletBullets Forever
Remembering Kevin Duckworth as a Washington Bullet Okay, so no one was actually chomping at the bit to remember Kevin Duckworth. Alas, I couldn't resist.....the memories of the big fella and his time with the Bullets weren't anything to write home about, but they were something to write a blog entry about. So here's to the Duck , one of the many curiosities of our franchise's ...
Duckworth Memorial ServiceBlazer's Edge
From the Blazers: MEMORIAL SERVICE SET FOR BLAZERS GREAT KEVIN DUCKWORTH   WHAT The Trail Blazers, along with the Duckworth family, will be holding a memorial service for Kevin Duckworth , who passed away suddenly Monday evening in Gleneden Beach, Ore ., at the age of 44 .   WHERE The celebration of Kevin's life will be held at the Memorial Coliseum, a place ...
Kevin Duckworth Remembered20 Second Timeout
Kevin Duckworth, a two-time All-Star center with the Portland Trail Blazers who won the 1987-88 Most Improved Player Award, passed away on Monday. He was a skillful, quality big man for two Portland teams that made it to the NBA Finals but the best tribute to him is that those who knew him best remember him as a joyful and caring human being, as recounted in this Portland Tribune article:  ...
Kevin Duckworth Passes17Banners.com
Former Trail Blazer Kevin Duckworth passes away. From the Globe: Former Portland Trail Blazer center Kevin Duckworth died while visiting the Oregon Coast to host a free basketball clinic. He was 44. The Lincoln County sheriff’s office confirmed the death. Duckworth died Monday. Duckworth grew up in the Chicago area.
RIP Kevin DuckworthThe Wayne Fontes Experience
Sad news for NBA fans everywhere, as former Portland Trailblazer center Kevin Duckworth passed away . Duckworth had a decent NBA career, and made a couple of All-Star teams. But as a Pistons fan, the first thing that came to mind when I heard the news about Duckworth's death was Bill Laimbeer's utter and complete mind fuck of a much younger Duckworth in the 1990 NBA Finals. You're ...
RIP Kevin DuckworthDC Pro Sports Report
Sad news today, as we learn that former Washington Bullets center Kevin Duckworth, who was acquired in 1993 in a trade involving Harvey Grant, has died at the age of 44. No reason for the death was given. Duckworth played in Washington from 1993-1995, but is best known for his time with the fantastic Portland [...]
Former Blazers Center Kevin Duckworth Passes At Age 44Le Basketbawl
The “ Oregonian ” reported Tuesday that former Portland Trail Blazers center Kevin Duckworth died on Monday. Duckworth, just 44 years old was traveling through out the state of Oregon for the Trail Blazers conducting free basketball clinics when he died. A Medical Examiner has not determined the cause of death at this time. Duckworth was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs, but he did not play ...
Kevin Duckworth dies at 44; did the Mitchell Report provide forewarning?Small White Ball
With the news that Kevin Duckworth has passed away at the young age of 44 , I happened to think of when his name found its way into the Mitchell Report . There was a cashed check that Duckworth made out to former New York Mets clubhouse guy Kirk Radomski, but Duckworth himself was never implicated...probably because he was a former NBA player and had nothing to do with baseball. From the ...
Kevin Duckworth dies at 44InsideHoops
Kevin Duckworth, 44, a two-time NBA All-Star who starred on Western Conference Championship teams in Portland in 1990 and 1992, passed away Monday evening in Gleneden Beach, Oregon. A member of the Trail Blazers from 1986-93, the 7-footer - affectionately known to Trail Blazers fans simply as “Duck” - also played for San Antonio, Washington, Milwaukee [...]
Thanks DuckDeceptively Quick
How many second round draft picks make two All-Star teams? Not a lot, but Kevin Duckworth did. Duck also decided to remain in Oregon even after his playing days, something that was not lost on Blazer fans. He was one of those guys that people were always excited to bump into while out and about, a significant piece of Rip City lore. We will miss you Duck .
Former Blazer Kevin Duckworth Dead at 44FanHouse
Sad news out of Portland this morning, as former Trail Blazer and two-time NBA All-Star Kevin Duckworth has passed away at the age of 44. The cause of death is unknown at this time. Duckworth was a member of the Blazers from 1986-1993, and was a fan favorite who played a substantial role on two Blazers' Western Conference Championship teams in 1990 and 1992. Blazers' fan Henry Abbott of ...
RIP, Kevin DuckworthThe Sporting Blog
Sad news this morning. Former Blazers center Kevin Duckworth, a key part of those great Portland teams of the late 1980's and early 1990's, has passed away at age 44 . The cause of death hasn't yet been revealed; Duckworth was on the Oregon coast hosting a free basketball clinic. As a tribute to his legacy, here's the video that opened 1992 Blazers telecasts, which features them proving that, ...
Kevin Duckworth, Dead At 44Can't Stop The Bleeding
Kevin Duckworth, a two-time NBA All-Star, twice a member of Western Conference finalists and an 11 year professional veteran has passed away in Kernville, OR . From the Oregonian’s Noelle Crombie : According to The News Guard, Duckworth visited Lincoln City to host a free basketball clinic for kids. He also was there to visit fans as part of the Trail Blazers “Make It ...
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Former Portland Trail Blazer great Kevin Duckworth passed away Monday evening at age 44.
Kevin Duckworth dies at age 44NBA Noise
Today is a sad day for NBA and Portland Trail Blazers fans. It has been confirmed that Kevin Duckworth died yesterday at the age of 44. The cause of death has not yet been determined. "Duck" was a two-time NBA All-Star and spent the majority of his career with the Blazers. He still remains the 10th leading scorer (7,188) and rebounder (3,327) in Blazers history, which is quite an achievement ...
Kevin Duckworth, RIPSLAM Online
by Lang Whitaker Former Portland TrailBlazers center Kevin Duckworth, a two-time All-Star, passed away yesterday . He was 44 years old.
Kevin Duckworth dead at 44: "I'll always ...Deadspin
Kevin Duckworth dead at 44: "I'll always remember Duckworth for his starring role in the most exciting basketball game IKevin Duckworth have ever seen in person: Portland's come-from-behind Game 7 win over Larry Brown, David Robinson, Rod Strickland, and the San Antonio Spurs in the second-round of the 1990 playoffs." [ True Hoop ]
R.I.P. Kevin Duckworth…The SAV SCI blog--MMA and mayhem
If you’re a frequent visitor to the SAVAGE SCIENCE you already know that our HQ is located in Portland, OR. Today the community is mourning the death of Kevin Duckworth at age 44. He was the center on the great Portland TrailBlazer teams led by Clyde Drexler and Terry Porter, and in retirement ...
OT -- Kevin Duckworth diesLone Star Ball
Former Trail Blazer Kevin Duckworth died yesterday .  He was 44. It is weird when guys I remember watching play in college start dying. 
Kevin Duckworth, dead at 44Rip 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. I was still very young during Duck's days in Portland and as such have few memories of him in a Blazer uniform. Here's what Henry Abott remembers. Please share all your ...
Friends Honor Duckworth at MemorialNBA.com: News
In the Oregonian, Joe Freeman writes "There were touching tributes from teammates, eye-watering tales from friends and family, a proclamation from the mayor and moving video presentations during a public memorial service for Kevin Duckworth on Saturday."
Trail Blazers Establish Kevin Duckworth Memorial ScholarshipNBA.com: News
In partnership with The Oregon Community Foundation, the Portland Trail Blazers have established the Kevin Duckworth Memorial Scholarship Fund, Trail Blazers President Larry Miller announced today.
Officials: Duckworth died of heart diseaseFOXSports.com News for NBA
Oregon officials say an autopsy shows former Portland Trail Blazers center Kevin Duckworth died when his enlarged heart failed. Duckworth died Monday at 44 on the Oregon coast, where he was on a goodwill tour for the team. The Oregon State Police ...
Police: Duckworth died of congestive heart failureESPN.com - NBA
Oregon officials say an autopsy shows former Portland Trail Blazers center Kevin Duckworth died when his enlarged heart failed.
Officials say Duckworth died of heart diseaseThe Seattle Times: Sports
Oregon officials say an autopsy shows former Portland Trail Blazers center Kevin Duckworth died when his enlarged heart failed.
Duckworth died of enlarged heart (AP)Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Oregon officials say an autopsy shows former Portland Trail Blazers center Kevin Duckworth died when his enlarged heart failed. Duckworth died Monday at 44 on the Oregon coast, where he was on a goodwill tour for the team. The Oregon State Police said ...
Blazers Mourn Duckworth, Who Considered the Team His FamilyNBA.com: News
In the PORTLAND TRIBUNE, Kerry Eggers writes "Kevin Duckworth, the center on Portland's NBA finalists in 1990 and ‘92, died Monday night in the Lincoln City area. He was 44. ‘I'm numb,' said former teammate Jerome Kersey, who flew back from ...
NBA | Ex-Blazers All-Star Kevin Duckworth dies at 44The Seattle Times: Sports
Kevin Duckworth, a former Portland Trail Blazers center who had a feathery touch from the paint, died Monday night. He was 44. Duckworth, part of a...
Kevin Duckworth Dead at 44Bleacher Report - NBA
Former Portland TrailBlazer Kevin Duckworth passed away yesterday at the age of 44. According to the  associated press , he died on a trip to the Oregon coast to host a free basketball clinic. The cause of death is yet to be determined.  ...
Remembering DuckworthWizards Insider
Sad news out of Oregon today where former NBA center and one-time Washington Bullet Kevin Duckworth has passed away at the age of 44. A cause of death has not yet been released. Duck wasn't a Bullet long - he spent 1993-1995 with the franchise - and ...
Former Trail Blazer Kevin Duckworth Dies at 44NBA.com: News
Kevin Duckworth, 44, a two-time NBA All-Star who starred on Western Conference Championship teams in Portland in 1990 and 1992, passed away Monday evening in Gleneden Beach, Oregon. A member of the Trail Blazers from 1986-93, the 7-footer - ...
Ex-Blazer Kevin Duckworth dies at 44SportingNews.com NBA News and Exclusive Analysis
LINCOLN CITY, Ore. (AP) -- Former Portland Trail Blazer center Kevin Duckworth died while on a trip ...
Former NBA star Kevin Duckworth diesUSATODAY.com NBA - Top Stories
Former Portland Trail Blazer center Kevin Duckworth died while on a trip to the Oregon Coast to host a free basketball clinic. ...
Kevin Duckworth, former Trail Blazer, dies at 44ESPN.com - NBA
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.
Former Trail Blazer Kevin Duckworth dies at 44The Seattle Times: Sports
Former Portland Trail Blazer center Kevin Duckworth died while on a trip to the Oregon Coast to host a free basketball clinic. He was 44.
Former pro basketball player Duckworth diesFOXSports.com News for NBA
Former Portland Trail Blazers all-star Kevin Duckworth died Monday while visiting the Oregon Coast. He was 44.
Ex-Trail Blazer Duckworth dies at 44 (AP)Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Former Portland Trail Blazer center Kevin Duckworth died while on a trip to the Oregon Coast to host a free basketball clinic. He was 44. The Lincoln County sheriff's office confirmed the death. He died Monday. The 7-foot Duckworth was a starter for ...
Former Trail Blazer Kevin Duckworth DiesNBA.com: News
In the OREGONIAN, Noelle Crombie reports "former Portland Trail Blazer Kevin Duckworth died Monday while visiting the Oregon Coast. He was 44. A Lincoln County 9-1-1 dispatcher this morning confirmed Duckworth died Monday. A dispatcher said a police ...