Stacey King, a three-time NBA champion and longtime broadcaster for the Chicago Bulls, died Sunday, June 7, 2026 [1].
King was a central figure in the Bulls' most successful era, contributing to a dynasty that defined professional basketball in the 1990s. His transition from player to the broadcasting booth kept him as a visible and influential voice for the franchise for decades.
King won three NBA championships [1] during his tenure with the Chicago Bulls. As a teammate of Michael Jordan, he played a supporting role in the team's dominance of the league during that period [1, 2].
Following his playing career, King became a prominent figure in sports media. He served as a longtime broadcaster for the Bulls, where he was known for his enthusiastic delivery and deep connection to the team's history [1].
King was 59 years old at the time of his death [1]. Reports of his passing were announced on Monday, June 8 [1].
“Stacey King won three NBA championships during his tenure with the Chicago Bulls.”
The loss of Stacey King marks the passing of one of the few remaining links between the Chicago Bulls' championship dynasty of the 1990s and the modern era of the franchise. Because he served as both a championship player and the primary voice of the team's broadcasts, his death represents a significant void in the institutional memory and public branding of the organization.
