Stacey King, a three-time NBA champion and broadcaster for the Chicago Bulls, has passed away. The team confirmed King’s death on Sunday.
“We are devastated by the passing of 3x NBA Champion and beloved broadcaster Stacey King,” the team wrote on X.
King achieved the distinction of being a three-time NBA champion with the Bulls and subsequently gained popularity as a beloved member of their broadcast team.
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Stacey King, dies: Tributes pour in
Jerry Reinsdorf, the owner and chairman of the Bulls, remarked that King was a “cherished member of the Bulls family and one of the truly unique personalities in our organization’s history.”
“His connection to Chicago, the Bulls and our fans spanned more than three decades — first as a player and later as the unmistakable voice that helped bring Bulls basketball into the homes of generations of fans. We will miss him deeply and remember the joy, energy, humor, candor and passion that he brought to our organization, our broadcasts, and our fans every day,” Reinsdorf said in a statement to ESPN.
King served as a center in the NBA. Subsequently, he took on the role of a color commentator for Bulls television broadcasts from the 2006-07 season through the 2025-26 season.
He is survived by his wife, Debi, whom he wed nine years before his untimely passing.
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Kenny Kim, a photographer specializing in weddings, posted a picture from the marriage of King to his spouse Debi.
“Had the privilege of capturing the wedding of Chicago’s beloved icon Mr. Stacey King and his beautiful wife Debi,” he wrote in 2017.
“As most of you guys know, Stacey is a beloved Chicago icon, a terrific Bulls announcer and a three time world champion for the Chicago Bulls. More highlights coming your way!”
Supporters have begun to populate that post with commemorations. “Rest in Peace Stacey,” one fan commented.
He is also survived by his sons Erick, Garrett, Brandon and Mason.
Stacey King used to post about family
Despite the absence of any recent posts featuring his wife on his social media account, King has shared updates regarding other family members on his Instagram page.
“Happy Heavenly Mother’s Day mama! There’s not a day that goes by that you’re not in my thoughts. Though you’re gone the things that you taught me has carried me every single day of my life and I try to pass it along to my own kids. Love you now and forever mama and know that you’re greatly missed by us all ❤️🌹🙏🏾😘,” he wrote in May 2026.
